WebQuest Evaluation
WebQuest Evaluated: This Mission is Possible
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CRITERIA |
SCORE | EXPLANATION |
| Overall Aesthetics (This refers to the WebQuest page itself, not the external resources linked to it.) | ||
| Overall Visual Appeal (0~4) | 2 | The layout of the page is simple and easy to read. Although animated graphic elements are used, they seem to distract readers' attention from text by placing them close to each other. Also, it would be better if the author had edited the graphic elements to make them identical. For example, there is one picture that has background and three others around it do not have a background. |
| Navigation & Flow (0~4) | 3 | There are two tasks have not been clear in terms of presenting results. The author does not provide any information on teaching students how to use any presentation tools. Although the author does provide some useful links, the links that require several clicks to get to the right page may cause confusion. |
| Mechanical Aspects (0~2) | 1 | There are three broken links. |
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Introduction |
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| Motivational Effectiveness of Introduction (0~2) | 1 | The introduction describes some compelling problems among children. However, the author does not sound confident in the introduction. It sounds more like an opinion rather than a fact. Plus, the first sentence "some adults" does not give much motivation to students wanting to do something about it. |
| Cognitive Effectiveness of the Introduction (0~2) | 1 | The introduction does prepare the students an attitude wanting to prove to others. However, it does not give the students any idea on what the lesson is about. |
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Task (End result of student's efforts...not the steps involved in getting there.) |
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| Connection of task to standards (0~4) | 1 | The tasks are not clearly connected to the introduction. The author does describe what students must know in order to achieve the mission. |
| Cognitive Level of the Task (0~6) | 4 | Tasks are interesting and engaging. The idea of having 5th grade students to act as camp counselors to children of ages 6-8 may not be appropriate. I would suggest this mission for junior high students. This is the stage when teenagers learn their identity. I believe this mission would make a greater significance to teenagers at this time of life if they can have the opportunity taking up a positive role such as leaders and helpers. Also, at this age, most of the students should have basic computer skills. Therefore, they will be more skilled on developing presentations for the children they work with. |
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Process (The step-by-step description of how students will accomplish the task.) |
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| Clarity of Process (0~4) | 3 | Most of the steps are clearly stated and linked to appropriate materials. Students should not have any trouble getting the task done. Once again, it would help if the author provides information on developing a professional presentation. |
| Richness of Process (0~2) | 2 | The process provides students coming in at different entry levels. The majority of the information can be learned quickly from the links provided by the author. Activities are well designed and would challenge student to a higher level of creative thinking. |
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Resources (Evaluation of all resources linked to the page, include links that are in sections other than the process block. Note any books, video, and other off-line resources can and should be used where appropriate.) |
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| Relevance & Quantity of Resources (0~4) | 3 | Most of the resources provide clear and useful information needed for students to accomplish the task. The author has provided an adequate amount of resources developed by reputable organizations. The author provides four links for each task. Unfortunately, there are three broken links and two of these three are intended to help students with the same task. |
| Quality of Resources (0~4) | 3 | Most links are maintained or updated on regular basis, however, there are few sites outdated. Information provided is straightforward and easy to understand for anyone. |
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Evaluation |
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| Clarity of Evaluation Criteria (0~6) | 5 | Criteria for success are clearly stated. The instrument clearly measures what students are expected to do. Students are provided detail information regarding how their performance will be evaluated. |
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Total Score |
66% | I think the idea of having students be camp counselor is a great learning experience. However, it would be less stressful if the author provides exact links that give detail information on using any presentation tools. Personally, I think the idea of having 5th grade students to act as camp counselors to children of ages 6-8 may not be appropriate. I would suggest this mission for junior high or high school students. |
This template is based on the WebQuest Rubric (version 1.03) as modified by Laura Bellofatto, Nick Bohl, Mike Casey, Marsha Krill, and Bernie Dodge and last updated on June 19, 2001.
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Last updated 10/31/2001