Introduction
As students, we see how technology, from smartphones to computers to video games, is becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives. Why not use technology in the classroom as well? As future educators, it is our responsibility to instruct our students in our particular field. We want to ensure that our students are actively engaged in learning as we do this. Technology can assist with this. Utilizing technology can be used for a variety of purposes. A webquest is one of these activities. Webquests are an excellent piece of technology for your unit plans.
Webquests are the subject of the mini-lesson I've created below.
• What webquests are and what you need to make your own for your classroom's webquest.
How does a WebQuest work?
A structured learning experience known as a WebQuest challenges students to conduct an investigation using pre-selected texts in a variety of formats, such as books, websites, and newspapers. WebQuests provide students with the opportunity to engage in real-world problem-solving activities while also fostering groupwork, information literacy, ICT, and information literacy skills.
Task
Task: The students will be able to create a web quest on the topic of their choice during this activity.
How to Put Together a Web Quest:
1. Create a web quest by selecting a website.
2. Sign up for free.
3. Follow the six steps for creating a web quest using your chosen subject.
4. Post your internet search.
5. Your facilitator should check the URL.
Process
It is clear what each step is. The majority of students would know precisely where they are and what to do next at each stage of the process.
Students at various entry levels are provided with strategies and organizational tools through the process to access and acquire the knowledge necessary to complete the task. The steps for creating a web quest are as follows:
1. The opening gives students a sense of direction and piques their interest.
2. The outcome of the activity is described in the task.
3. The procedure explains the methods that students should employ to complete the assignment.
4. The websites that students will use to finish the task are the resources.
5. The evaluation measures the activity's outcomes.
The activity is summed up and students are encouraged to consider its process and outcomes in the conclusion.
Evaluation
Creating a Successful Exemplary Introduction The webquest is introduced without providing a clear objective for its completion. The purpose for completing the task presented in the webquest is hazy. The purpose of the webquest is clearly stated in its introduction.
Task The desired outcome is unclear. The desired outcome is obvious. The desired outcome is crystal clear and stated in detail.
Process There are insufficient resources and unclear directions. Although students may be able to proceed, the task cannot be completed using the provided resources. The instructions are easy to understand, and numerous resources are provided.
Evaluation Students are provided with a general expectation list. Students are given a general idea of what is expected of them and are able to evaluate their final work for strengths and weaknesses. The criteria for how their final project will be evaluated, including any weighted grading, are provided to students.
Conclusion There is no conclusive conclusion. A sensible end
Is given. Valid conclusions, including a restatement and summary of what was learned, are drawn.
A rubric clearly lays out the requirements for success.
What students need to know and be able to do in order to complete the task is clearly measured by the evaluation instrument.
Conclusion
The WebQuest created for this purpose helped students learn more about writing articles and improve their writing skills. Students' interest, motivation, and success were all influenced by the use of WebQuest to emphasize task-based learning. However, they are required for any instructional tool's refinement. The main finding of the study is that the WebQuest should be changed to include information about keywords and abstract length. One way teachers can incorporate technology into the classroom is through a WebQuest. This is a growing area of interest as information technology opens up new learning opportunities and becomes more accessible worldwide.