Mr Lyndon Posted March 14, 2004 Share Posted March 14, 2004 I have been working on some History webquests and would be interested in any feedback from forum members. I haven't had a chance to test them out on real children yet, but hope to test run the dictators webquest this week. Black Britons webquest The European Dictators webquest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymond Blair Posted March 15, 2004 Share Posted March 15, 2004 I looked at the Dictator Webquest page. Point number one. I commend you on putting in this work and that alone will be appreciated by your students. Point #2. Lose the background pattern. While topical, it detracts from being able to follow the instructions and kids don't need ANY help in that area. I teach 11th and 12th graders at a private high school and I would not use this particular webquest because I don't think it is up to grade level and I do not want to go through the grading nightmare of group projects. If your students are nearing college age I would suggest using a link to a more general link page for each figure. I would also offer that the last area you have them looking into will likely create problems because it is fairly vague. Dangerous activities that they have been involved in Don't get me wrong, I think it is great, and a great idea. Just thought you might be looking for more critical assessment than patting on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Lyndon Posted March 15, 2004 Author Share Posted March 15, 2004 Thanks for that feedback - you certainly aren't the only one to focus on the backdrop! I will try to make some changes over the next few days pending a few free moments. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Simkin Posted March 16, 2004 Share Posted March 16, 2004 I agree about the background. I much prefer a light, plain background. It should also be a colour that allows the blue hyperlinks to stand out. You also have to be very careful about creating webquests based on other people’s websites. A large percentage of websites do not continue for a long period of time. For example, you have a link to a Titantic webquest. That was created eight years ago (part of a teacher’s MA) and many of the links no longer work. It is therefore always worth checking out with the person who has produced the content that they intend to keep the website online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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