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Oral communication webquests for International Baccalaureate
Social Media WebQuest: Activism or Slacktivism?
This WebQuest asks the question: Is social media activism effective in creating real change, or is it merely "slacktivism"?Students work through tasks that require them to investigate examples of online activism on various social media platforms, as well as a case study of a specific hashtag associated with a social media activism campaign. Students will synthesize their understanding and present their findings to their classmates, including their conclusion regarding the effectiveness of social
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Intro to Economics Webquest
This webquest allows students to choose a combination of videos, podcasts, and articles to view, listen, or read about. Each one has a connection to the introductory unit in economics, whether it's through scarcity, economic systems, opportunity costs, demand, supply, or efficiency. I post the PDF in Google Classroom for students to click on the links of the document, and then write or type into the PDF with their IPADS.This is a great activity to do on a Friday during the first unit of Economic
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11th - 12th
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Cultural Differences in Communication: A Web Quest!
Increasing cultural awareness in adolescents is sometimes difficult, but this web quest encourages students to look at customs in other cultures and to consider their own culture from another perspective. Easily adaptable, this activity and its subsequent presentation and/or classroom discussion can help broaden the horizons of students studying in various content areas such as communications, social studies, business, and career readiness. The web quest provides viable links for students to f
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Cinco de Mayo Webquest - NO PREP - Editable in Google Slides!
I use this WebQuest in my 6th grade Computer Tech class and the students thoroughly enjoy it. There are many misconceptions associated with Cinco de Mayo; this WebQuest addresses some of those misconceptions, as well as enhances strategies for research while also focusing on typing skills at the same time. There are 3 parts included in the webquest. Background KnowledgeResearch WordCloudThe answer key is also included for part 2 of the research.
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Socratic Seminar: Who Should Be on American Currency?
The images we see around us daily have a subtle yet profound effect. In this Socratic seminar, students consider American currency and consider: should the faces on the bills be changed or stay the same? The learn who is featured on currency now and think on who could be. This activity can be used during an American History course as students learn about figures like Andrew Jackson and Harriet Tubman, or can be used as a general debate in any Social Studies or English-Language Arts classroom.
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8th - 12th
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Show and Tell (Digital Slides)
This digital product is a no-prep speaking and listening student-centered activity. This product integrates math (geometry/shapes), literature genre (students discussing their favorite books), colors, phonics (beginning/initial letters), and health. Each topic includes open-ended questioning to scaffold students’ show and tell. More About This Product:The slides include clear, concise directions, rules, expectations, and objectives. In addition, the slides include an editable schedule to determi
Grades:
K - 5th
Stem Cell WebQuest
Students use the internet to research stem cells using a guided research worksheet. Helpful website are provided, but it is encouraged that students practice their research skills to complete the WebQuest. Use this activity to introduce stem cells or to enhance your stem cell lesson. This makes for a perfect alternative to taking notes and provides and opportunity to have a discussion on the use of stem cells.Included:Student WebQuest (PDF and Word Document)Student WebQuest International Baccala
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Labs and Activities for a Year of Biology
1984 - George Orwell (Privacy Webquest & Debate)
This is a side project I teach as we read George Orwell's "1984" - We start it when we're about halfway through the novel, and it takes about a week of class time. The focus of it is to research about the state of Privacy in America, and then to have a short class debate on the two sides of it.Included here:1) Step 1 - Learning about privacy and determining individual opinions/beliefs (2 different 2-page documents)2) Step 2 - Breaking into 2 groups, and researching the different perspectives on
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8th - 12th
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Aristotle and Rhetoric WebQuest
Aristotle provided thoughts on many topics, from science to public speaking. This resource focuses on Aristotle and his Rhetoric through research. Students will discover Aristotle's life and work and explore the tenants of the Rhetoric. They will identify and evaluate the different types of rhetoric and ethos, logos, and pathos. Students can use this resource as a reference page as they plan any persuasive writing or speaking assignments or activities.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Inside Out and Back Again - Cultural and Historical Context Webquest
In this editable webquest, students will learn about Vietnamese culture and the history of the Vietnam War as it relates to the book Inside Out and Back Again. Language in the resource and suggested resources below is suitable for EAL students!There are many resources available for students to find this information, but I used the following:Inside Out And Back Again: Background The Main Facts About The Vietnam War The Vietnam War and its effect on Vietnamese Refugees Students can stop reading af
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5th - 8th
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Cultural Diversity with WebQuest!
Students will evaluate and discuss cultural diversity and how it pertains to themselves in this activity packed interactive power-point that is fully editable for your own personal customization. A web quest and reflective activity is built into the power point for students to complete.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Lipids Webquest- Macromolecule Investigations. Editable
Students investigate the properties of lipids through this webquest. Students research information about unsaturated, saturated, and transfats to determine their health values and chemical shapes. Students also research fad diets and form an opinion on fad diets and nutrition. Included:Student WebquestTeacher KeyTeacher instructionsSuggested websitesSuggested follow up or preview videosThis activity is perfect for during a macro molecule unit during distance learning or in class learning!
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Labs and Activities for a Year of Biology
Economics: Supply and Demand: Video Case Study Notes
This product is a graphic organizer for students to write on as they watch a great 45 minute YouTube video called Investigating rising food prices about why the price of rice increased in Thailand. It forces them to note details, statistics, but more importantly to think critically about course connections and potential implications of the video.The graphic organizer is one page and has students keep track of: statistics they hear in the video, connections they make to the course (specific vocab
Grades:
11th - 12th
Economics International Trade and Currency Webquest
This student-centered activity allows students to investigate the concepts of International Exchange and Trade in the real world. Students choose from a list of Planet Money Podcasts, Medium Videos, and Short Videos that all explain present-day currency/financial crises or patterns in international trade.The activity allows students to choose content based on interest, and is a flipped activity that puts students in charge of their learning for the day. It's a great activity to do on a Friday or
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11th - 12th
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Economics: Demand and Supply in Covid 19
This product pushes students to investigate how the pandemic has impacted consumer behavior when shopping for groceries at an international, national, and local scale.Students first listen to a short NPR podcast about consumer hoarding in the US and respond to questions, then they look at an article with photos from empty shelves on grocery stores internationally, and then finally they go to a grocery store to see how the pandemic impacts local stores. (If students can't go, they find images on
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Bundle: Economics and Covid 19 Research and Webquests
Economic Policy Responses to COVID-19: Research
This digital resource allows students to see the current policies that are being utilized by the Federal Reserve and the US Government to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. The resource begins by taking students to an infographic created by the Federal Reserve detailing the key differences between fiscal and monetary policy.Then, it has students look at an article from the Council for Foreign Relations on the Fed's present response to intervene in the market, as they answer 3 questions.After, stude
Grades:
11th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â Bundle: Economics and Covid 19 Research and Webquests
Pod cast Reviews- Homework Activity
Similarly to how a writer uses voice to shape meaning, a podcast must consider how to engage an audience through audio techniques. This homework or in class activity asks students to analyze pod casts with a focus on voice, tone, point of view, and audience. It offers a new way to consider oral presentation skills and is also an excellent lead in to a pod cast project on choice book reading (also on sale.) A list of free pod casts to consider listening to (NPR.org, TED Talks, etc.) is listed on
Grades:
9th - 12th
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French Revolution
This bundle of resources covers everything from the financial crisis to the Reign of Terror phase of the French Revolution. Great informational text and SAT reading passages for students!
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Dialect and Pronunciation Activity
This webquest is a fun introduction to American English dialects and pronunciation. It could be used across several classes, though I use it with my Speech 101 class to introduce pronunciation exercises. The Webquest uses multiple links from the www.pbs.org "Sea to Shining Sea" site.
The students will read high interest nonfiction articles and respond to reflection questions.
This includes all of the necessary intro quiz and article links.
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9th - 12th
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Digital: Economics of the Covid-19 Lockdown Webquest
Amidst a global pandemic and economic crisis, it's important that our students understand what is happening around us.This webquest allows students to select videos, podcasts, and articles about the coronavirus, from an economics or business viewpoint. This activity is a great engaging task for students to do as they continue their distance learning. It will take students 45-60 minutes to complete.Not only will it help improve their understanding of what's happening in the world, it will allow t
Grades:
11th - 12th
Also included in:Â Bundle: Economics and Covid 19 Research and Webquests
Project - Fotoflexer
Editing images is a fun and engaging way for students to demonstrate their learning. This learning template can be used with any subject. lt emphasizes learning in the 21st century via content and creativity. It is pre-loaded with content that explores the causes of World War II in U.S. History but you can easily edit in any content to suit your needs. The activity guides your students by taking a simple three part approach: research, practice, and create. I have included everything you
Grades:
6th - 12th
Economic Current Event: Ukrainian War
This product includes new resources (all written or made after 2/24/22) that help students understand the economic impact of the Russian Invasion into Ukraine. It is student-centered, relevant to any economics course, and engaging for all learners.The first resource is from the NYTimes and explains the social and economic impacts of the invasion on Russia. The second resource is from Fortune and connects to agricultural markets (specifically elasticity of demand) globally. The final resource is
Grades:
11th - 12th
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Operation College Countdown
Students will utilize a website to create a plan on how they will attend college. Students will also create a power point presentation. Full version includes a ruberic & Lesson Plan.
Grades:
8th - 12th
Just Breathe! Increasing & Decreasing Breathing - A Webquest -
This webquest was developed for the International Baccalaureate course in Sports, Exercise and Health Science (SL). It includes links and questions related to three resources:"The Urge To Breathe""What Happens To the Lungs During Exercise""The Sport of Freediving"
Grades:
11th - 12th
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