WebQuest Workshop: Problem-Based Learning, e-Learning and applying Higher Order Thinking Skills

WebQuests require only an Internet connection and a willingness on the part of teachers to explore the current curriculum in an up-to-date, motivating and challenging way.

WebQuests are Internet resourced, project-based and problem-based learning (PBL) tasks built by teachers. They encourage students to use higher order thinking skills, cooperative learning, increase student social skills, increase student motivation for learning, use MI, encourage open-minded thinking, understanding and respect for diversity of thought and people.

The workshop will explore: What is a WebQuest? The Essential Elements; The Scaffolding involved in a WebQuest; Enriching Students Learning Experiences; Teachers Sharing Wisdom across the Globe: using the wisdom of teachers within Australia and overseas who have made WebQuests and to stop reinventing the wheel; How to implement WebQuests into the K - 12 classroom in any Key Learning Area and equipping students with ICT competencies in a motivating way; How to use the resources and ideas generated in a WebQuest in other ways within the classroom; WebQuests, a practical way to implement current learning philosophies into the classroom; and, How to easily find an appropriate WebQuest.

The workshop will start participants in creating their own WebQuest. Mentoring help from our WebQuest Direct team of teachers will take place after the workshop to create a great WebQuest easily! You will be able to ease yourself into the wealth of ideas and skills of this contemporary vehicle of instruction.

Participants can register beforehand at our Short-cut WebQuest Authoring Tool (SWAT) - a Web 2.0 Tool to begin to create a WebQuest. All participants will require their laptop or the ability to access one at the workshop along with Internet connection. Go to SWAT http://www.webquestdirect.com.au/swat/ to register for this Free Tool.

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