Before they are grouped together, I will display the WebQuest on the projector screen and discuss the roles and responsibilities of the scientists, explain the rubric and expectations, and answer any question students may have. Some members may have to play more than one scientist or the members may work together to complete a scientist’s responsibilities. Each team will be randomly assigned an ecosystem and follow the process and tasks outlined in the WebQuest.

This WebQuest has a double focus, spanish language and Spanish Art content. It aims at making students reflect on the very nature of art taking examples from Spanish contemporary art, and also at improving Spanish language skills and art vocabulary. It promotes creativity, critical thinking, cooperative learning and uses web 2.0. tools.

Grade Level:  9-12Standard(s):  Wyoming State StandardsSC11.1.4 Interdependence of Organisms: Investigate the interrelationships and interdependence of organisms, including the ecosystem concept, energy flow, competition for resources, and human effects on the environment.SC11.1.5 Matter, Energy, and Organization in Living Systems: Describe the need of living systems for a continuous input of energy to maintain chemical and physical stability. Explain the unidirectional flow of energy and organic matter through a series of trophic levels in living systems. Investigate the distribution and abundance of organisms in ecosystems, which are limited by the availability of matter and energy and the ability of the living system to recycle materials.SC11.1.6 Behavior and Adaptation: Examine behavior as the sum of responses of an organism to stimuli in its environment, which evolves through adaptation, increasing the potential for species survival. Identify adaptations as characteristics and behaviors of an organism that enhance the chance for survival and reproductive success in a particular environment.Introduction: Today, it will be the students’ mission to research and report on different ecosystems. Body of Lesson: The students will be taking part in the WebQuest activity.  Before they are grouped together, I will display the WebQuest on the projector screen and discuss the roles and responsibilities of the scientists, explain the rubric and expectations, and answer any question students may have.  Some members may have to play more than one scientist or the members may work together to complete a scientist’s responsibilities.  Each team will be randomly assigned an ecosystem and follow the process and tasks outlined in the WebQuest. ResourcesSmart Board/projectorIpad/tablet/laptopCraft suppliesWebQuest link:  http://questgarden.com/23/19/1/060421044159/index.htm

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