WebQuests should contain the following steps:

1. Introduction
2. Task
3. Process
4. Resources
5. Evaluation
6. Conclusion

1. An introduction that sets the stage and provides some background information.

2. The task focuses learners on what they are going to do.

3. A description of the process the learners should go through in accomplishing the task.
The process should be broken out into clearly described steps.

4. A set of resources are needed to complete the task. Many (though not necessarily all)
of the resources are embedded in the WebQuest document itself as anchors pointing to information on the World Wide Web.

5. The evaluation section describes the criteria needed to meet performance and content standards. The best assessment tool is a rubric.

6. A conclusion that brings closure to the quest, reminds the learners about what they've learned, and perhaps encourages them to extend the experience into other domains.

I. Introduction - sets the stage and provides some background information. In the Introduction section the purpose is to both prepare and hook the reader.

EXAMPLE: Introduction

Hurricanes are a constant threat to the lives and well being of those people who live along the coast. In September of 1999, Hurricane Floyd struck the eastern coast of the United States. Lives were lost, homes were destroyed, and many people are still awaiting financial aid to help them rebuild their lives. Hurricane Floyd was the most devastating storm of the 1999 hurricane season. The storm dumped 20 inches of rain on some parts of Eastern North Carolina, already waterlogged from the rain brought by Hurricane Dennis that had swept through only days before. Simply put, the soaked ground could not handle the water.The historic flooding brought by Hurricane Floyd turned into the worst natural disaster ever to hit North Carolina. In dollar figures, it did some $6 billion in insured and uninsured damage.

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EXAMPLE: Process
You will work together in a group. Each person will have a specific role to play and questions to investigate as you explore the Internet links.

a. Describe where and when hurricanes form.
b. What are hurricane categories and corresponding wind speeds?
c. How does a hurricane gain strength?
d. How do you track a hurricane?

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IV. Resources - The resources include links to the Internet to find answers and solutions to questions proposed in the project.

EXAMPLE: The following are links of Internet resources available to help you complete this project. In addition to the Internet links.

USA TODAY WEATHER

NOAA - NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION

THE HURRICANE HUNTERS

HURRICANE HEADQUARTERS PAGE

The Weather Channel

NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER

FEMA FOR KIDS: HURRICANES

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A= 21-24 points
B= 16-20 points
C= 11-15 points
D= 6-10 points

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EXAMPLE: Conclusion
There are several benefits I hope you will obtain from this webquest project. I hope you gain a knowledge of hurricanes and understand the steps to take in order to be safe during these storms. The second benefit I hope you receive is a better working knowledge of using the Internet as a research tool. Lastly, I hope you will be more able and willing to work collaboratively in a group while utilizing your problem solving skills.

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