Tracy Bell
SLM 521
Course Module
Internet
Course Module
Using
Scavenger Hunts in the K-12 Classroom
Objectives
1.
Students
will learn the basics of Scavenger Hunts.
2.
Students
will create a Scavenger Hunt.
Introduction
Scavenger
hunts or treasure hunts are wonderful teaching tools that focus on specific
themes taught daily using the curriculum.
The scavenger hunt is one of the primary ways the teacher uses to teach
students about search techniques and search engines in order to find
information on the internet. The ability
to search the internet effectively is an important tool for the student to
learn. Even the student that searches the Web frequently will often times be
inept in search techniques and finding just the right information needed on
specific topics. Scavenger hunts are one
of the most popular tools teachers are using to help students access
information on the internet.
Why use
Scavenger Hunts?
*Scavenger hunts are easy to create and they really get across
tons of information in a fun way.
*Scavenger hunts can be used with any subject or curriculum area.
*Scavenger hunts can be used as an individual activity, whole
class activity or as a team activity.
*Scavenger hunts are great for center activities that provide
review and/or challenging assignments for students.
*Scavenger hunts can be tailored according to the age/grade level
of the student. Younger students often only answer a few questions where older
students are required to provide their own URL to answer scavenger hunt
questions.
*Scavenger hunts are great alternatives to paper tests and
quizzes.
Activity
Use the links below (or any you find on your own) to learn about
creating scavenger hunts, view templates to help in creating a scavenger hunt
and browse examples of scavenger hunts already created by teachers on the web.
Pay special attention to the differences in the scavenger hunts. Your scavenger
hunt should be geared to the grade level you are currently teaching. Most
importantly, what type of scavenger hunt will work best with your students?
Creating Scavenger Hunts
http://k-6educators.about.com/library/howto/htscav.htm
http://yahooligans.yahoo.com/content/tg/basil.html#Whatyouneed
Scavenger Hunt Templates
Internet Scavenger Hunt Template
http://www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/scavenger/workshop/Scavtemplate.html
This
site allows you to organize and add annotations to create an online scavenger
hunt.
http://trackstar.4teachers.org/trackstar
http://www.rhinelander.k12.wi.us/hodag/educationaltec/Scavenger%20Hunts/templates/Scavenger%20Hunt%20Template.doc
http://www.qesnrecit.qc.ca/cc/inclass/scavtemp.htm
http://www.qesnrecit.qc.ca/cc/inclass/scavtem2.htm
http://www.spa3.k12.sc.us/ScavTemp.html
Examples of Scavenger Hunts
http://www.education-world.com/a_lesson/lesson068.shtml
http://www.techtrekers.com/scav.htm
http://www.thecoo.edu/%7eapeter/scavenger_hunts.htm#SCAVENGER
http://www.vickiblackwell.com/hunts.html
Iredell-Statesville Schools Scavenger Hunts
http://www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/scavenger/summer.htm
http://www.cyberbee.com/hunts.html
http://members.aol.com/bowermanb/scavenger.html
http://www.siec.k12.in.us/west/online/noncoll4.htm
Inventors and Inventions Scavenger Hunt
Each question
includes a link to a Web site where you can find its answer.
http://www.education-world.com/a_lesson/TM/WS_invent_hunt1.shtml
http://lessonplans.btskinner.com/scavhunt.html
Black History Scavenger Hunts
Students can
learn about famous black Americans while polishing their Internet surfing
skills. Four different "hunts" -- for students of all ages! http://www.educationworld.com/a_lesson/lesson/lesson052.shtml
http://homepage.mac.com/cohora/ext/internethunts.html
Little Explorers
These print-outs introduce young students to research on the Internet using the
Little Explorers picture dictionary. Students use the on-line dictionary to
look up the answers to a set of questions.
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Dictionary.html
Assignment
1. Create a scavenger hunt that will
be suitable for use in your classroom.
Choose a subject area/topic area. Find web sites that contain
information that will answer the questions you have formulated. Gather at least
10 questions and provide links to the answers. Remember to provide the address
of your link in parenthesis. Don’t
forget to add clipart/graphics to your scavenger hunt.
2. Create a list of 5 scavenger hunts
that you found to be exceptional. List reasons for your decision. Provide a
short description of the hunt and a URL.
3. Create a list of 5 scavenger hunts
you found to be poor quality. List reasons for your decision. Provide a short
description of the hunt and a link to the hunt.
Submission
Post
your scavenger hunt to the McDaniel Web Server as an html file and create a
link on your index page. Email your instructor that the assignment has been
completed with the correct URL.
Additional
Resources
http://webtech.kennesaw.edu/jcheek3/shunts.htm
http://www.shambles.net/pages/staff/hunts/
Computer Integration Activities
http://www.swlauriersb.qc.ca/english/edservices/pedresources/webquest/integrating_technolgy.htm
http://www.frsd.k12.nj.us/edtech/Scavenger/Scavenger%20Hunt%20Template.doc
http://www.teach-nology.com/worksheets/critical_thinking/internet/
http://www.pitt.edu/~poole/eledScavenger.html#famouspeople
Rubric
|
|
Unacceptable |
Developing |
Accomplished |
|
Scavenger
Hunt |
No
title, subject or topic chosen. Less
than 10 questions. No
Links/broken links provided. No
graphic. |
Title
and introduction provided. 10
questions provided. Incomplete
links or addresses provided. |
Well
developed topic/introduction. Website
links operational and URL provided. Ten
or more questions provided. Appropriate
graphic(s). |
|
Scavenger
Hunt List |
Hunts
not categorized according to quality. No
description provided. |
Adequate
hunt selection but no mention of why the hunt was put into specific category. |
Well
developed description of scavenger hunts. Categorized
appropriately. |
ISTE Standards
This
course activity addresses the following ISTE Standards:
I. Technology Operations and
Concepts. Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations
and concepts. Teachers:
A. demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and
understanding of concepts related to technology.
II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and
Experiences. Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and
experiences supported by technology. Teachers:
A.
design
developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply
technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support diverse needs of
learners.
B.
identify and
locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.
III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum. Teachers
implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying
technology to maximize student learning.
Teachers:
A. facilitate technology-enhanced
experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.
B. use technology to support
learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.
C. apply technology to develop
students’ higher order skills and creativity.
D. manage student learning
activities in a technology-enhanced environment.
IV. Assessment and Evaluation. Teachers
apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation
strategies. Teachers:
A. use technology resources to collect and analyze date,
interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice
and maximize student learning.
A complete list of all ISTE Standards for Teachers can be found at
National Educational
Standards for Teachers (http://cnets.iste.org/teachers/t_stands.html)