Teacher Process

This WebQuest was designed for a team of 3 first grade students, although it could be adapted for more or less students. The teacher will play a larger role in administering the web quest with the groups of learners in the lower grades. If an aide or parent volunteers are available, they could offer assistance when needed. While every effort had been made to keep the readability level at an emergent context, problems most likely will occur at this level. The teacher should identify the children who have strong computer skills to be the"tracker", a strong reader should be given the role of "reader" and the "gatherer" role should be given to the remaining student.

This WebQuest was written in three sections, which should be worked on through several days time . The first section the student will compile facts. The second section the students will take that information they have learned and design an informational poster. The last section the students will take the information and synthesize it so they will able to make an informed decision to select a new reindeer for Santa.

A student rubric is included on the student page. 

 

Teacher Assessment Rubric



 

Beginning

1

Developing

2

Accomplished

3

Exemplary

4

Information on Worksheets

Less than 3 facts from the websites recorded on the worksheet

3-4 facts from the websites recorded on the worksheet.

5-6  facts from the websites recorded on the worksheet. 

At least 7 facts from the websites recorded on the worksheet.

Poster

Graphics do not relate to the topic. 

All graphics relate to the topic. 

All graphics are related to the topic and most make it easier to understand.

All graphics are related to the topic and make it easier to understand.

Reindeer

Selection

Does not seem to understand the topic very well.

Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic.

Shows a good understanding of the topic

Shows a full understanding of the topic.

Group Work

Rarely provides useful ideas when participating in the group. May refuse to participate

Sometimes provides useful ideas when participating in the group. A satisfactory group member who does what is required.

Provides useful ideas when participating in the group andin classroom discussion. A strong group member who tries hard!

Provides useful ideas when participating in the group. A definite leader who contributes a lot of effort

Total score_______________