Puget Sound Cities
Bellingham, Bremerton, Everett, 
Olympia, Tacoma, Seattle

A WebQuest for 3rd Grade (Social Studies)

This webquest was designed by
Marie Moran
mmoran@kent.k12.wa.us

Introduction | Task | Process | Resources | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits

Introduction
 

Sega  has noticed the great success that Nintendo has had since moving to the Pacific Northwest.  In hopes of increasing their business they are looking for a city in the Pacific Northwest to open a facility. Will it be--- ??????

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The Task

   Your task is to convince Sega Corporation that your city is the best place to locate their new facility.
   In groups of three, you will each have a job to research information to include in a report on the city your teacher assigns you.  This report will help Sega Corporation in making their decision.
   Each member of the group will be checking out websites for information in one area. Your report depends on having all the information so each member must do a thorough job.
   Using the information from each team member each city group will then put together a report  to present to Sega.
   All six reports will be presented to your class and the Sega Relocation Committee who will make the final decision. 
 

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The Process
 

First your teacher will assign teams of 3 students to each city.

Step 1: Tell me about your city.

Each team member will pick one of the areas below to research. When you click on the area you will find out your responsibilities and tips to help you gather your information.  You will also find weblinks to help you.
 

• Expert- you will be looking for information to help complete the factsheet.

• Explorer- you will be finding points of interest about your city. Find place visitors might go.

• Historian- you will find information to help write a brief history of your city.

Step 2: Putting it all together 

After you have gathered the information completing your job then your group will put the information together for the final report.

The report will consist of:

• A fact sheet with information about the  size, population, people, climate, economy, culture, geographic features, language, heritage, and leisure activities in your city. 

• A hand created map and 2 to 4 pictures of the city to display. 

• A 2 page write up with a brief history, industries that are already in your city, points of interest and things to do. This will give you an opportunity to really sell your city.

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Resources
Some of the other places you may find information that are not on-line:

• Your Social Studies book
• Encyclopedia - look under city name and Washington (be sure to use the index
• Almanac

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Evaluation

Your project will be evaluated in four areas. Of course it is important that you complete the entire project  and that your information is accurate.  Equally important is how you were able to work as a group to get the information and produce your report. Your presentation shows off what you have done and shares your learning with others.
The table below will help you see what is expected and will be used to give you a final score.

	Beginning 1	Developing 2	Accomplished 3	Exemplary 4	Score
Project Completion	Members did not all complete tasks,  more than two of the four pieces were missing from the final report Presentation incomplete	Two of the following occurred: -work done by group members was incomplete -final report was missing parts -presentation not prepared	Each member completed their tasks but one part of the final report was missing or  the presentation needed more work.	Each member completed all their tasks, the final report was complete. The presentation was prepared and rehearsed.
Group Participation	Group spent too much time  arguing. All members did not contribute.  Time was not well managed.	Group did not do two of the following: -work cooperatively -participation by every member -manage time well	One of the following was missing: -cooperative work -everyone participated  -time was managed well.	Group members  -worked cooperatively -participated equally -managed time well
Accuracy	Information was inaccurate and misleading.	There were some inaccuracies in the information.	Mostly accurate.  There were a few incorrect facts.	Completely accurate. Research was well done.
Presentation	Work was  not well organized and difficult to follow. It wasn't very interesting.	Was at times interesting but needed more organization.	Was interesting most of the time. Information was all presented.	Was well done and interesting to the audience. Entertaining.

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Conclusion

It is never an easy task to decide to relocate or move to a new area but as you have learned there are many resources to help you find out about a new place. In addition you have learned about some new and interesting places right here in our own part of the world.
 

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Credits & References

Kent School District Curriculum Web Page 
Webquests for Learning
Microsoft Design Gallery
Hoxie School Image Gallery