Introduction
Volcanoes have interested and wondered people for thousands of years. With one eruption a volcano can reshape the earth's surface, destroy forests, change weather patterns and replenish nutrients to the Earth's soil. Scientists are forever trying to predict the behavior of these sleeping giants. Even if they could predict an eruption there is nothing to do but watch and wonder at what new changes will be brought about.
Process/ Task
By participating in this WebQuest you will have the chance to actively learn through exploring on your own by playing the role of a top notch school newspaper reporter named "Scoop". As "Scoop" you will learn what a volcano is and why it erupts. You will also become an expert on the different types volcanoes and know where some of the world's most famous volcanoes are. If at the end of this WebQuest you feel you that you need more information, you will have the opportunity to go online with a volcanologist and ask any questions that you have. Have fun learning , and LET THE WEBQUEST BEGIN !!!!!!!
It was a rather quiet day for Scoop . He was sitting behind his desk throwing paper basketballs into the trash can. Scoop worked for his school newspaper and was considered to be the best reporter on the staff.
All of a sudden his editor Eddie Screematcha comes crashing into Scoop's office. Eddie was yelling about some explosion outside of town and he claimed that a mountain was on fire. "It must be Mount Snodgrass ! exclaimed Scoop. " That is the volcanic mountain that has been dormant for thousands of years ". Eddie Screematcha looked at Scoop and yelled even louder. "We need a story that explains what a volcano is and why Mount Snodgrass decided to blow!" Scoop jumped up with his notebook and ran out the door.
Since you are now playing the role of Scoop you are going to need some information about volcanoes . Follow the questions below and click the mouse where it says to "click". If you follow these directions your article will make the front page and Eddie Screematcha might even give you a raise . Good Luck !!!
Picture by US Geological Survey scientist Austin Post on
May 18, 1980.
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There are many types of volcanoes. Click on the buttons to learn about them.
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Look at this site to see what is left behind after an Eruption
USGS Photos
Click on these sites and scroll down to see how volcanoes effect....
Hey Scoop ! Are you still there ? If so it is time to begin the article of your life. Through this webquest you have gathered lots of information about volcanoes. If you have any questions or need anymore information click on volcanologist. You will be able to contact a real life volcano scientist by electronic mail. Good luck
1.Do you feel this was a fun and useful way to learn ? Explain.
2. How is a webquest different than a textbook ?
3.If you were doing this activity again, would you do it differently?
4.What advice would you offer to future students doing this WebQuest?
