Activity 2: Reading and Discussing Articles
Individually, read two of the three articles: Some Thoughts about WebQuests; Why WebQuests? An Introduction; and The Student WebQuest (this one is only available to ISTE members).As you read, write notes on the Discussion Questions handout.
With a partner or small group, compare your answers.

Activity 3: WebQuest about WebQuests
Complete one of the WebQuests about WebQuests. (There are 4 different roles. Divide the roles so each is considered.)

Activity 4: Traits of Effective WebQuests
Individually, brainstorm a list of traits you believe are likely to make for an effective WebQuest and the traits that your students would appreciate on the Effective Traits handout.

With a partner or team, compare thoughts on traits for effective WebQuests. Add traits to your handout as necessary.

Activity 5: Additional questions to consider individually, with a partner, or with a team:

• Should WebQuests be completed individually, with a partner, or in small groups? What might the benefits or drawbacks be for each?
• How long should a WebQuest take to complete? (1 class period, less than a week, or more than a week) Why?
• Is it better for a WebQuest to only use WWW sites as resources, or should other resources (books, periodicals, videos, etc.) be used?
• What are the benefits and drawbacks to having the task culminate in a computer activity (multimedia presentation, word processor document, spreadsheets, etc.) versus a more traditional format (poster, skit, report, etc.)?