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Web Site Evaluation Web Quest

Introduction Task Process Evaluation
 
Introduction

Learning to evaluate web site information is a practiced skill.  An authentic site should list an author, a sponsoring organization, and a date.  Look for recent updates so you know the information is current.  A good site should display accurate information in a creative way.  A clear purpose should be stated in an unbiased manner.  Finally, the site must be useful to the user.
Task
The student is expected to:
(A) Review sites to learn effective ways to check information.
(B) Perform activities to reinforce this learning.
(C) Evaluate web sites for specific information
(D) Collaborate as a group to assess and rank given sites.

 
Process
Using the web sites listed, complete the following tasks:
 

Web Site

Task
QUICK Quality Information Checklist
  • Review each page on this web site to learn to be better information collectors.
  • Complete worksheet provided.
  • Be prepared to discuss what you found with the class.
Trash or Treasure?
A Web Quest by Ann B. O'Neill
  • Divide into teams.
  • Draw for topic and read section.
  • Discuss with group.
  • Make class poster on topic.
What Makes a Good Website?
  • Use the directions and links provided on this web site.
  • Complete worksheet provided.

 
Evaluation
Two projects will be used to evaluate the skills you acquired during this unit.
 
Ethics
  • Use directions and links provided on this site.
  • Complete worksheet provided.
5 Tigers

Tiger Woods Official Site

The Original Tiger Woods Foundation Official Site

Unofficial Tiger Woods Home Page

Role Models on the Web
  • Divide into teams.
  • Draw for role to evaluate.
  • Research each site
  • Identify 2 strengths
  • Identify 2 weaknesses
  • Use acquired knowledge.
  • Rank each site based upon the assigned role.
  • Come to a group decision regarding the overall BEST site of the 5 reviewed.
  • Decide based upon ALL research tips.
  • Complete worksheet in groups.
  • A group grade will be given based upon the input and decisions of ALL group members.
  • It is important that everyone does his/her job to make your group's decision an informed one.

 
 

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This Web Quest was last updated by Teresa Hansmire in August, 2008.

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