Think Quest

Type of Resource: Student tools and information, Administrator Tools and Information, Teacher Tools and Information
Free or Fee: Fee
Computer Needs: None Apparent
Link: Visit the Site!

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Recommendation:

This is a unique opportunity for students and teachers to become more web-savvy with a topic they care about. In addition, the work created then becomes a resource for other students. The competition offers guidance in creating the site but also allows room for student interest. Students have to research and learn in the process of creating their site.

Description:

From the website: "ThinkQuest is all about students thinking and learning together. Students work in teams to create the best educational websites and compete for exciting prizes, including a trip to ThinkQuest Live, an educational extravaganza celebrating their achievements. "Sponsored by the Oracle Education Foundation, the competition offers a unique project-based learning experience to students and teachers around the world. Globally relevant subjects and diverse teams are encouraged. "The teams' websites are published for the world to see in the ThinkQuest Library. This rich online resource contains over 5,500 educational websites, created by students for students. Search the library and you'll be sure to find a site that intrigues you."

Possible uses:

Students can work in small groups, with a teacher (coach) to create a website. Look at the library on the site for examples and then brainstorm possibilities or focus on a passion. Enter the yearly competition - details and guidance are provided on the site. Students and teachers can also browse the library, which is sorted by topic, to find websites for kids, written by kids.

Related Resources:

K-3, 4-5, 6-8, 9-12+

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Student tools and information, Administrator Tools and Information, Teacher Tools and Information