Web Resources
Oh dear. "Resources" is another word that conjures up all kinds of negative corporate connotations for me. So, when I see that we have a "Web Resource Database" project, I'm not too enthused. Time to check my attitude.
Let's see... Dictionary.com defines "resource" as a "source of supply, support, or aid, esp. one that can be readily drawn upon when needed." Well, now, that's certainly positive.
I have had mixed success using the Internet as a positive resource for teaching. I find wonderful lesson plans and materials for my use there. But when I've used the Internet with student assignments, I've been unhappy with the results. Why? Because I hate being an Internet cop. Our computer lab is set up such that students can easily hide from my watchful eye, and without fail I catch students on social networking sites when they should be working on assignments.
However.... I've never used a Webquest before. This year, I'm teaching advanced classes for the first time, and I think they would be great guinea pigs for some American Lit Webquest activities. I'm happy to have found a potential way to incorporate the Internet more effectively in my teaching.
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