Content Area(s) and Grade Level 4^th Grade – Social Studies

Standard:4.8 Students will identify and describe cultural holidays and important events in their community, Nebraska, and the United States.

ISTE Standards for Grades 3-5; 1,4,5

Integrated disciplines: Social Studies and Computer Technology

   Objectives

1.       The students will demonstrate mastery of map reading skills.

2.       The students will demonstrate mastery of gathering pertinent information from various websites.

3.       The students will show mastery of compiling information in a meaningful manner via a brochure and survey.

    Materials/Technologies

 http://www.washington.org/ 

http://www.washingtondc.worldweb.com/Maps/mapviewer.html 

http://www.washington-landmarks.com/ 

http://www.points-of-interest.com/ 

http://msn.expedia.com/daily/favplaces/April1997/Apr28-97WashDC.asp 

http://msn.expedia.com/wg/North_America/United_States/P25952.asp 

http://www.seewashingtondc.net/airnspc.htm  

http://www.nps.gov/foth/ 

http://dc.about.com/citiestowns/midlanticus/dc/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=  

Computer, printer and paper 

     Procedures

         Springboard: The teacher will share personal experiences, photographs, and books about visiting our nation’s capitol.  Other students will be encouraged to share their experiences too. 

             What teacher is to do:

1.      Via the Web Quest, “Let’s visit Washington, DC”, read through the directions and criteria necessary to complete tasks.  Answer any questions that arise.

2. Divide the students into workable group

             What students are to do:

1.     Complete tasks listed in Web Quest in a timely manner.

2.    Work cooperatively within their group.

3.    Conduct the necessary survey.

4.    Produce the required items.

    Closure

Each group will share their finished products with the class.  The items will be added to a classroom display.

          Assessment:  

    Explanation:  This is a Web Quest created for classroom use to enhance use of the computer for gathering information, cooperation, map skills, and appreciation of the tremendous history available to see in Washington,DC.

 References: Web Quest format by Bernie Dodge

The websites listed above in Materials and Technologies.

Merryellen Towey Schulz, Ph.D.      College of Saint Mary            Spring, 2001