There were two readings this week.

The first is “some Thoughts about Webquests”. This articles describes a webquest as an inquiry based activity in which some or all the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the internet.

The articles tells us that there are two types of webquests, short term and long term. SHort term webquests last for 2-3 lessons whereas long term webquests last between a week and a month.

I believe that webquests are great as it lets the children learn for themselves and take responsibility for their learning. It means that children are not randomly surfing the net with no clear direction.

The features of a webquest are an introduction, task, resources, process, guidance, evaluation, teachers page, conclusion. 

The second reading was on online as was called ‘The question is the answer’. It focuses on engaging students using prime questions which created important thinking with questions such as Why, How, Which is best?. It also talks about the research cycle which helps studetns to stay on track and work efficiently.

I agree with students making an answer, not simply finding it or cutting and pasting it. I also agree with teamwork as well as a sequence of stepd clearly outlining what is necessary of them.

 Webquest video 

Which Learning style does this ICT support?

This ICT supports visual learners as well as linguistic learners. Students are able to watch as well as listen to media. 

How could this ICT be implemented as a good cognitive tool within the learning environment?

It can be implemented in any way. It can be used as an aid to assist understanding as it makes it easier to explain something when it is displayed infront of them.

How is this ICT enabling the development of creativity?

It allows children to view facts and visualise information. This aids creativity by enhancing children’s imagination.