Session 3

WebQuests

• Read about WebQuests paying particular attention to the 5 points outlining what a real WebQuest is. When you have a sense of what a WebQuest is, put that into words in a new post on your blog. Include a link to something you found on the WebQuest.org site that most impressed you.
• With the option of working with a partner, design a mini-WebQuest consisting of the following:
  

1. Present a problem
2. Present links to alternative solutions
3. Give clear instructions as to what students should do once they've chosen what each believes is the best solution to the given problem. This should include links to web pages which support the conclusions students come to.
   

Session 2

A) Navigating the Mac.

1. What's in the Finder window?
2. Explore the View options
3. Where are documents saved?
4. Create a Tech for Teachers folder

B) Create a professional blog (using Blogger*). First posting should include:

1. Introduction - your background and current status
2. Professional goals
3. How do you imagine you might use a blog in your current position... with students, parents, colleagues.
4. Create a link to a website from within your posting
5. Add a widget for listing websites or blogs you frequent
   

Email me a link to your blog.

* You'll need a Google account to use Blogger. If you don't have one, you'll need to sign up for one before using Blogger.

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Technology for Teachers at PS 87.