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Definition Inquiry-oriented Based on a doable, engaging task Uses pre-defined resources from the Web (and others) Can be short or long term	Parts Introduction Task Process Resources Evaluation Conclusion	Underpinnings Constructivism Cooperative Learning Scaffolding Fading
Tasks for Bloom's Penthouse Synthesize conflicting opinions Put multiple sources of data together to discover the non-obvious Create something new within the contraints of a problem definition Define a stance and defend it	Scaffolding: How? Provide... resource links a compelling problem or task templates for student products guidance on cognitive and social skills	Examples Aztec Adventure The Titanic Treking the Sante Fe Trail To Kill a Mockingbird Conflict Yellowstone Wolves

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Useful Links

The WebQuest Page

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/webquest/webquest.html

This is the mother lode of all WebQuest information. If you're going to bookmark just one page, make it this one.

Building Blocks of a WebQuest

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/people/bdodge/webquest/buildingblocks.html

Covers the anatomy of a WebQuest, with explanations of each of the six parts.

A Matrix of Examples

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/webquest/matrix.html

Sample WebQuests from different content areas and grade levels.

Some Thoughts about WebQuests

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/courses/edtec596/about_webquests.htnl

Concept paper laying out the basic rationale and definition of WebQuests.

A Rubric for Evaluating WebQuests

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/webquest/webquestrubric.html

How do you know when your WebQuest is a good one? By its results with your students, of course. Prior to using your WebQuest on anyone, though, score it with this rubric to see where it might be improved.

The Triton Summer Workshop

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/triton/july/workshop.html

This four day workshop was very successful at getting one hundred teachers started on WebQuest design.