Kathleen Brunnett

SLM 521

June 29, 2003

Web Quests for the English Classroom

A Doll’s House – Capture the tense emotions of Ibsen’s characters Nora and Torvald in this writing activity. Become the characters ten years after the play’s end and create letter correspondence. Think about how ten years apart will change or strengthen feelings.

http://projects.edtech.sandi.net/hoover/dollshouse/

Robert Frost – Take a journey through Robert Frost’s life and see how his experiences shaped his poetry. As a group, create a newspaper that highlights his accomplishments while analyzing some of his best work.

http://kathyschrock.net/webquests/GILL/index.htm

Night – Understand the full impact of WWII on the Jewish community to gain a better understanding of Wiesel’s Night. Investigate the history of the time period and read personal narratives from concentration camp survivors.

http://www.fsu.edu/~CandI/ENGLISH/webquests/nightwebquest.htm

Macbeth – Create a modern film version of this Shakespearean play. Think about how the play would change if set in modern times and what other outside influences might impact plot and characters.

http://www.richmondhilleaz.co.uk/webquests/macbeth/task.htm

To Kill A Mockingbird – Research various aspects of the 1930’s such as fashion, politics, family concerns, etc. Then write four letters as someone living in the 1930’s to someone living in 2003. The writing process is emphasized in this activity.

http://www.slc.k12.ut.us/webweavers/jillc/mbird.html