Conclusion
Pluto
Uranus
Neptune
This WebQuest is a multi-skill, multi-task, student-centered learning tool designed to enhance your understanding of the solar system. The project challenges intelligence, creativity, and problem solving abilities through the use of group collaboration. As a group member, you will fulfill one of four roles, each having a multitude of responsibilities.
At the outcome of this project, your ability in the following areas will be increased:
Research
– You must search various Internet web sites, evaluate the information,
and collect needed data for your assigned role.
Analysis
– You must analyze data collected and present it in a logical,
informational, and evidence-supported position to convince the captain
of your decision.
Data
Collection
– You
will collect various data from several Internet sources.
Writing
– You must maintain notes, complete your TechSpec Report, and write your
part of a presentation either using Power Point or other approved
multi-medium.
Technology
– You will use various computer programs such as word processing, data
organizers for data entry, Power Point, or other multi-media for your
group’s final presentation.
Although this project is fun, your thinking will be challenged, and your knowledge will be increased to fulfill the purpose of this project; learning about the solar system. As part of this project, Pluto was included as a learning tool so you can understand why Pluto is no long considered a planet.