We have designed this CultureQuest web site for teachers. We have
included a number of activities that can, but need not, be accomplished
with technology. The Technology Toolkit contains resources and tutorials
you may need to help you master the skills needed to lead your class
on a CultureQuest project. The resources include information about
specific skills, some activities for you and your students to complete,
tutorials to learn applications, and software downloads that you
may need to load on your computer.
Section I:
BASIC
SKILLS needed to start a CultureQuest project
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How
to search the Internet: Searching the Internet
can be interesting, but it can also be very frustrating
and overwhelming. This provide hints and techniques for
efficient and effective searching. In addition, examples
of the different kinds of search tools are provided and
videos are also available. |
How
to evaluate a web site: Most students use
the Internet for research and recreation. While they may
spend many hours searching and surfing, they may not be
aware of the Internet's strengths and weaknesses as a
source of information. Since there are no rules about
who can create a web site and what kinds of information
can be posted on a web site, it is important to teach
students how to evaluate web sites and recognize the good
from the bad. Here are some suggestions to help you provide
students with the guidance and information about web site
evaluation. |
Some
key resources on the web: There are many
web sites that can help teachers find resources about
a variety of topics. Often these are labeled "educational
portals". In this section you will learn about the
many portals that provide you and your students with the
resources to enhance classroom instruction. |
How
to cite web resources: Students have always
made reference to resources they use to prepare research
papers. It is also necessary to list references which
refer to the the web sites used for student reports. David
Warlick has created a template to make citations easy
to complete. Use the template and be sure to teach students
correct citation techniques |
Plagiarism and legal and ethical
use of the Web: |
Permission
to use or link to someone's website: It is
often suggested that you ask permission to use or cite
someone's work from the Internet. This template will make
it easy for you and your students to request such permission. |
Basics
of web site design: It's important to teach
students good web site design. This section will provide
ideas and techniques to create attractive and well-designed
Web sites. |
Website creation tools: There are many
web editor tools to help you create a Web site. Some are
free and other cost money. The list presented here will
help you make a decision on choosing one. In addition,
there will be links to tutorials to help you learn how
to use the application. |
Interactive
websites: These web sites will provide links
to interactive resources. |