Introduction
You have decided you want to learn about New Year's celebrations all over the world. You will begin by researching 2 countries and answer questions on how they participate in the celebration. You will then answer specific questions on two countries of my choice. Lastly, you will take on the role as a travel agent and by picking one country you will provide explanation on to why other travelers should visit their country during their New Year's celebration.
Task
With the completion of this assignment, you should be able to know traditions and general detail on several different countries and how they celebrate New Year's.
Process
Choose two countries and research the following information.
General: New Year Traditions Around the World at FatherTime's Net.
1. What is the specific tradition that this country has?
2. What specific types of food are made during the celebration?
3. What kind of activities are held?
Now, answer specific questions on these two countries.
Chinese New Year- The Chinese Calendar | Calendars Chinese New Year | Summary, History, Traditions, & Facts | Britannica
1. How long does the festivities last for?
2. When do the actually celebrate the holiday?
3. What is a leap year?
Islamic New Year- The History and Significance of Diwali Overview of the Islamic Calendar (Hijrah)
1. What does the "deep" and "avali" mean in Deepavali?
2. How long does the celebration usually last?
Congratulations! You are now a travel agent. Pick one country and give facts on why travelers should come to your "country" to celebrate New year's. The two questions below should be answered in your response. Below is another site for more research.
New Year's Celebrations from Around the World - Topics Mag
1. What are common practices/rituals are celebrated on New Year's Day?
2. How do citizens usually celebrate the countdown to midnight?
Evaluation
| Criteria | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Content Knowledge | Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the topic; all information is accurate and relevant. | Displays some understanding of the topic; some information is inaccurate or irrelevant. | Lacks understanding of the topic; most information is inaccurate or irrelevant. |
| Research Skills | Utilizes a variety of credible sources; effectively integrates information from sources. | Relies on limited sources; integration of information is unclear or inconsistent. | Uses few or no credible sources; fails to integrate information effectively. |
This is how your WebQuest will be graded.
Conclusion
Let's pause to consider the amazing journey we've been on together as we come to the end of our WebQuest on New Year's Celebrations Around the World. For this project, we have looked at a variety of national characteristics, such as the vibrant traditions that exist everywhere in the world. If you wish to continue learning about these celebrations, please refer to the links below.
New Year Celebrations Around the World | Overview & Facts | Study.com
18 Fun (& Surprising) New Year’s Traditions From Around the World