TESOL507: World Hunger WebQuest

Introduction

Did you know that there are 805 million undernourished people in the world today? That means one out of every nine people do not get enough food to be healthy. "Hunger and malnutrition are in fact the number one risk to health worldwide — greater than AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis combined" (World Food Programme, 2014). The good news is that hunger is a solvable problem. There is enough food in the world to feed everyone, no miracles or breakthroughs needed. And it is not just affecting other parts of the world, we have people suffering from hunger and malnutrition right here in the United States too! This is a complex issue in the world today and after completing this Web Quest students will have a better understanding of this issue and how it affects different parts of the world.

 

Reference

 

World Food Programme. (2014). Hunger. Retrieved from http://www.wfp.org/hunger

 

Task

Students will begin by watching Going Hungry in America

Students will then go to their computers to conduct a cyber-scavenger hunt in which they will use multiple resources to find answers to questions pertaining to World Hunger.

After completing the scavenger hunt, students will work in small groups to create a product that highlights the causes and effects of world hunger, the countries and regions where hunger is prevalent, and presents possible solutions to the world hunger problem.

 

Process

Self Reflection Activity: Thinking about yourself and your daily activities answer the following as honestly as possible:

1.      Have you ever been hungry?

2.      How did it feel to be hungry?

3.      How long was it before you were able to get some food to satisfy your hunger?

4.      How would it feel to eat one meal a day—a bowl of rice and some water?

5.      How many days could you survive?

6.      How would this impact your work at school, your activities, and your family?

Cyber Scavenger Hunt: Using search engines and provided resources, answer the following 10 questions in complete sentences.

1.      Define true hunger.

2.      There are three basic types of hunger. What are they and how are they defined?

3.      What is malnutrition? Malnutrition is rising in which nine nations?

4.      List some diseases of malnutrition, indicate which nutrients cause them, and what signs and symptoms indicate the disease. Also examine what kills children.

5.      Describe the three stages of starvation.

6.      List one country in each of the five populated continents that is at risk of starvation.

7.      What is gleaning? Where does the food come from and go to?

8.      What causes desertification?

9.      Aid to the developing world comes from three main sources. What are they?

10.     What are LIFDC's and why are people going hungry there?

Answer the following using the World Hunger Map at http://documents.wfp.org/stellent/groups/public/documents/communications/wfp268726.pdf

11.Which countries have 35% of its population, or higher, that are undernourished?

12. How much does it cost to feed a hungry child each day?

13. About how many people go to bed hungry every night?

14. How many countries have over 15% of the population who are undernourished?

15. According to the map what is the percentage of undernourished people in:

  • Ethiopia
  • Mongolia
  • Peru
  • United States
  • India
  • Guatemala

Group Activity: Students will separate into their assigned groups. You are to discuss what you have learned about world hunger and come up with ideas on what could be done to help. As a group you will choose a format (examples: Microsoft Power Point, PhotoStory, Prezi, Infogram) for your presentation and have it approved by your teacher. Once you get approval you will begin researching and putting information together to build your team product. 

Evaluation

Individual Assignment:

Students are expected to answer all questions (Personal reflection and Cyber Scavenger Hunt Questions) completely and in complete sentences.

 

Group Assignment:

The group product will be graded based on:

  • Creativity in presenting the subject
  • Creativity and practicality of the solution presented
  • Level of understanding the research material
  • Level of interaction with the group during the creation of the product
  • Class Presentation
Conclusion

After completing this project, all members of the group will have:
1. A better understanding of world hunger issues, including causes, effects and possible solutions.
2. A working knowledge of the internet and the use of links.
3. The ability to extract appropriate information into an organized multimedia presentation.
4. A better understanding of teamwork.

Thank you for your participation. Now that you have finished this assignment, answer the question: “What can YOU do to end world hunger?” If you are interested in helping to make hunger history, check out many of the links included on the Credits page for volunteer opportunities!

 

Credits

CARE

http://www.care.org/campaigns/world-hunger/facts.asp

International humanitarian organization that consists of 11 member organizations and works as a global force dedicated to achieving lasting victory over poverty. Discusses a 5 point response to hunger plan and includes photo galleries of pictures from Africa and Asia and virtual field trips to Guatemala and Ghana.

 

Causes of Hunger

http://www.food-force.com/summaries/causes-of-hunger.pdf

Summary of the different causes of hunger.

 

CIA—The World Factbook—Guide to Country Profiles

https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/docs/profil…

Facts and information are provided for various countries, including facts on geography, climate, population, economy, etc.

 

Food for the Hungry

hhttp://www.fh.org/where_work

Provides information on various countries, including country facts, relief programs and assistance.

 

Heifer International—Ending Hunger, Caring for the Earth

http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.476481/#

Provides information, projects and resources used in ending hunger around the world and looks at global solutions and success stories. Includes some great videos.

 

Hunger Facts

http://www.bread.org/learn/hunger-basics/

Provides basic information, statistics and facts relating to health, hunger and poverty. Make sure to look at this site's global hunger issues tab for information regarding food aid and malnutrition's symptoms and causes.

 

Mercy Corps

http://www.mercycorps.org/

This site lists important facts and news stories for different countries and discusses various topics including: health, hunger/nutrition, disasters, economic development, etc. Make sure to check out the photo essays on Niger, Somalia, Colombia and Uganda.

 

Nutrition Concepts

http://www.food-force.com/summaries/nutrition.pdf

Summary of facts concerning nutrition.

 

ONE Campaign

http://www.theonecampaign.org/issues/

ONE is Americans of all beliefs and every walk of life - united as ONE - to help make poverty history. Click on the Issues tab for discussions on various topics and solutions including: HIV/AIDS, more and better aid, education for all, clean water and sanitation, trade justice, debt cancellation, maternal and child health, corruption, food, orphans and housing.

 

Oxfam International

http://www.oxfam.org/en/programs/development/

This site outlines programs and campaigns in hunger stricken countries around the world, and includes articles on current emergencies leading to food crises.

 

World Bank

**http://www.worldbank.org**

This site is an excellent source of information on countries and regions where hunger is found. Lists most countries and gives an overview of each, including data and statistics, news and events, projects and programs. Click on the News tab for current events stories, and the Topics tab for information on various topics such as: health, nutrition and population, poverty and water. Make sure to click on the Projects and Operations by country tab to check out current relief projects.

 

World Food Program

http://www.wfp.org/english/

This site has country briefs including such information as: facts, statistics, history, food security issues, news and current operations. The site also has a photo gallery, so make sure to search for your country.

 

World Health Organization

http://www.who.int/en/

Click on the Countries tab for maps, statistics, crises, risk factors and the health situation for your country. Also see the Health Topics tab for important health and nutrition information.

 

UNICEF—Country Statistics

http://www.unicef.org/infobycountry/index.html

Provides information at a glance on various countries, listed by region or in alphabetical order, including statistics, background information, maps and funding.

Teacher Page

INTRODUCTION:

This lesson incorporates English Language Arts and Social Studies skills, as well as builds on students working knowledge of computers and computer programs. Students will work independently to conduct a cyber-scavenger hunt and in small groups to create a product to promote awareness of world hunger. The product will highlight the causes and effects of world hunger, the countries and regions where hunger is prevalent and present possible solutions to the world hunger problem. The products can be created using Microsoft Power Point, PhotoStory, Prezi, Infogram, or other acceptable multimedia (approved by the teacher) and will include:photographs, text, sound, music and/or video clips. 

LEARNERS:

The WebQuest is designed for a diverse group of students which could range in grade levels from 6-10. The activities are culturally sensitive and appropriate for all students, and can be adapted to students of all levels and incorporates multiple learning styles (visual-images and videos; audio-videos; intra and inter personal-working alone and in groups; Kinesthetic- hands on applications; Logical-solving the problems and looking for patterns)

For English Second Language Learners (ESL’s): Levels 2-5 students should be able to conduct the scavenger hunt independently and should be allowed to open google translate in a separate window to use as needed during the activity.Level 1 students should be paired with a partner student who can help them navigate through the activity, but should be allowed to do the majority of the work.

For SPED and Learning Disabilities: Students should be paired with another student if needed during the scavenger hunt and small group activity.

STANDARDS AND OBJECTIVES

Content Standards: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.4.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade level topics, text, and issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own clarity.

CCSS.ELA.Literacy.SL.4.1c. Pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail by making comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion.

Language Standards:

ELL Stage III: Grades 3‐5; Listening and speaking; Standard 1: The student will listen actively to the ideas of others in order to acquire new knowledge.

Emergent: E-5: responding to comments and questions in academic discussions by using academic vocabulary.

Basic: B-5: responding to academic discussions by sharing one’s view on facts, ideas and/or events using academic vocabulary.

Low Intermediate: LI-5: responding to academic discussions by asking questions and sharing one’s view on facts, ideas and/or events using academic vocabulary.

(Arizona Department of Education, 2014)

Content Objectives: The student will be able to:

  • explain global and domestic hunger
  • identify hunger related problems.
  • discuss solutions for addressing hunger related problems
  • make connections between hunger and poverty
  • collaborate with group members and work effectively in a group setting.

Language Objectives:

Emergent: E-5: The student will be able to participate in small group discussions, using simple sentences and vocabulary words with 80% accuracy during the group activity.

Basic: B-5: The Student will be able to participate in small group discussions, using simple sentences and vocabulary words to express views and ideas with 80% accuracy during the group activity.

Low Intermediate: LI-5: Student will be able to respond to academic discussions by asking questions and sharing ideas with 80% accuracy during the group activity.

STEPS/ PROCESS:

  • Students will begin by answering the Personal Reflection Questions. This should not take more than 5-10 minutes.
  • Students will then begin conducting the Cyber-Scavenger hunt where they use online resources to answer questions. This could take the rest of the class period, or possibly one and a half class periods depending on the internet speeds. If the majority of students have finished then the teacher could instruct students to move on to the group activity and could allow those who need extra time to finish the scavenger hunt more time at the end of the group activity.
  • Students should be assigned to groups of 4-5 students for the group activity.ESL and Special Needs students should be placed with partners who are willing to assist. This activity will take one-two class periods to complete and students should be allowed to present and discuss their products with the class at the end of the activity.

RESOURCES

Lee, E. (2014). TESOL507:World Hunger WebQuest. Retrieved from https://www.createwebquest.com/bea19lee/tesol507-world-hunger-webquest&…;

World Food Programme. (2014). Hunger. Retrieved from http://www.wfp.org/hunger