This lesson was developed as part of Missouri’s eMINTS Project. I was trained for two years on the eMINTS model of education. As part of the model, students construct their learning through inquiry based exploration. This webquest was designed with that model in mind.
GLEs:
*Social Studies (SS.6.C) Relationships of Individuals and Groups to Institutions and Traditions - Methods of resolving conflicts - Take part in a constructive process or method for resolving conflicts (such processes or methods include identifying the problem, listing alternatives, selecting criteria for judging the alternatives, evaluating the alternatives and making a decision)
*Communications Arts (2.3.A.a) Writing - write effectively in various forms and types of writing - Forms/types/modes of writing - narrative, descriptive, expository, and/or persuasive texts, using appropriate text features
*Communication Arts (4.1.B) Information Literacy - develop and apply effective research process skills to gather, analyze, and evaluate information - Acquire information - Locate information on keywords and questions in provided resources
*Social Studies (SS.6.C) Relationships of Individuals and Groups to Institutions and Traditions - Methods of resolving conflicts - Take part in a constructive process or method for resolving conflicts (such processes or methods include identifying the problem, listing alternatives, selecting criteria for judging the alternatives, evaluating the alternatives and making a decision)
*Communications Arts (2.3.A.a) Writing - write effectively in various forms and types of writing - Forms/types/modes of writing - narrative, descriptive, expository, and/or persuasive texts, using appropriate text features
*Communication Arts (4.1.B) Information Literacy - develop and apply effective research process skills to gather, analyze, and evaluate information - Acquire information - Locate information on keywords and questions in provided resources
Performance Standards
*Goal 1.2 conduct research to answer questions and evaluate information and ideas
*Goal 1.4 use technological tools and other resources to locate, select and organize information
*Goal 1.8 organize data, information and ideas into useful forms (including charts, graphs, outlines) for analysis or presentation
*Goal 2.1 plan and make written, oral and visual presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences
*Goal 3.1 identify problems and define their scope and elements
*Goal 3.2 develop and apply strategies based on ways others have prevented or solved problems
*Goal 4.7 identify and apply practices that preserve and enhance the safety and health of self and others
*Goal 1.2 conduct research to answer questions and evaluate information and ideas
*Goal 1.4 use technological tools and other resources to locate, select and organize information
*Goal 1.8 organize data, information and ideas into useful forms (including charts, graphs, outlines) for analysis or presentation
*Goal 2.1 plan and make written, oral and visual presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences
*Goal 3.1 identify problems and define their scope and elements
*Goal 3.2 develop and apply strategies based on ways others have prevented or solved problems
*Goal 4.7 identify and apply practices that preserve and enhance the safety and health of self and others
Nets
1. Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students:b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression
2. Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students:
a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and mediab. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats
d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems
3. Research and Information Fluency
Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students:
b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media
4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students:
b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project
c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions
5. Digital Citizenship
Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. Students:
a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems
b. select and use applications effectively and productively
c. troubleshoot systems and applications
1. Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students:b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression
2. Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students:
a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and mediab. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats
d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems
3. Research and Information Fluency
Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students:
b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media
4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students:
b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project
c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions
5. Digital Citizenship
Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. Students:
a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students:
a. understand and use technology systems
b. select and use applications effectively and productively
c. troubleshoot systems and applications
