Period L1, Step Two

Initial Web Quest:

You will have five minutes per topic to explore in your small group. Each member of your group will have a specific role:

1) Computer Operator
2) Transcriptionist
3) Project Manager
4) (If needed) Additional Resource Manager

The Computer Operator (CO) is in charge of signing out and taking care of the group's laptop. The CO will also navigate (visit) the Web sites listed in Step One.

The Transcriptionist (T) is responsible for taking notes for the group when they discover an important piece of information. The T should also keep track of the source (the web address) for each note.

The Project Manager (PM) is in charge of keeping the group on task during all stages of the assignment. The PM must organize materials, keep track of progress on the final product, and make sure that all members are completing tasks on time.

The Additional Resource Manager (ARM) must organize any materials, besides the Web sites listed in Step One, that the group may need during its research. These materials might be a dictionary to look up words, note paper for taking notes, or craft supplies for use on the final product.

All members of the group must contribute equally to the project. Roles may be rotated or swapped if the group decides that is best for them. A daily rubric for participation will be used by both group members and teachers to determine daily grades.

Once the twenty minutes are up, groups must rate the four topics 1-4. 1 indicates the group's first choice for further research; 2, the second choice; and so on.