Public Awareness Campaign WebQuest for 9th grade health course

1. Public Awareness Campaign: Recreational Drugs Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] A WebQuest for 9th Grade (Teen Living) Designed by Ms. Katy Kiser [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page openphoto.net: Rusty Chain Darren Hester (Macon, Georgia USA)

2. Introduction Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Drugs are powerful. With even one use, they can shatter lives. Many addicts say that their addiction began with experimentation in adolescence with seemingly harmless drugs such as marijuana. Today, experts know that drug use is not only dangerous to the body’s and mind’s of the addicted, but also damaging to the people around them as well. Now is the time for you to explore recreational drugs and discover their problems and solutions!

3. The Task Student Page Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] You will research a recreational drug from the list below. Your research will done using the internet. Utilizing the websites provided for you, sift through and gather as much relevant information as is necessary for a creative, informative, and accurate public awareness campaign highlighting the dangers of and solutions to the chosen drug. Your public awareness campaign may be in the form of 1.) a neatly organized flyer made on Microsoft Publisher to be presented in front of the class or 2.) a commercial that will be acted out in front of the class at the conclusion of this project. Alcohol Amphetamines Caffeine Cocaine Ecstasy Inhalants LSD Marijuana Methamphetamine Opium Title

6. Evaluation Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ]

7. Conclusion Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Way to go! You have completed your research. Now it is time to inform the community around you by sharing your very own public awareness campaign! Don’t forget to be CREATIVE! Remember that knowledge does not do any good when it is kept to yourself so spread it! Who knows…your information just might save some lives!

8. Credits & References Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Thank you to James Folkestad for assisting with this project! Introduction photo: Openphoto.net: Rusty Chain Darren Hester (Macon, Georgia USA) To access the latest version of this template and training materials for this activity, visit: The WebQuest Page and The WebQuest Slideshare Group

9. Public Awareness Campaign: Recreational Drugs [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page A WebQuest for 9th Grade (Teen Living) Designed by Ms. Katy Kiser [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

10. Introduction (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson was developed as part of a Education Technology and Assessment (EDUC 331) course offered at Colorado State University in the Spring of 2008. This lesson’s purpose is to identify the problems and solutions to some of the most common recreational drugs found in America and help 9 th grade students make informed choices about their health. This project also provides a creative outlet for students by giving them the opportunity to make a flyer or presentation for the class to present their research. It is a great way to allow students to become teachers. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

11. Learners (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This project has been created for Teen Choices (or any similar Family and Consumer Sciences or Health course). It should be implemented during the drugs and alcohol unit and will help meet the course’s “Health Issues” requirements. It involves the use of research tools and writing skills. This project can serve as a good introduction to an appropriate topic. Before this project, students should have a firm understanding of internet research and your expectations of final products. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

14. The Process (Teacher) Slide Two [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson is organized into three parts: 1. “Before you begin” 2. Research 3. Public awareness campaign The project will involve 2-3 class periods to allow for the collaboration needed. It is interdisciplinary between research methods and health. As the teacher, it is up to your discretion how students should be divided into groups. I would suggest groups of 3-4 students who work well together. Remember: You know your students the best, so set them up with success! Skills: To complete this lesson, you will need a good understanding of the recreational drugs that your students will be researching so that you can evaluate the accuracy of the information. Also, classroom management will be important. Keeping students on task while working in groups is always a challenge. Location, Location, Location: This lesson should be completed in a computer lab so that each student can have access to the internet and computer programs. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

17. Teacher Script (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Prior to this lesson, a review of internet and library research might be necessary to get the students started. Beyond that, there is little work that needs to be done to prepare the students for this task. This lesson is a self-directed project. They will research the information needed. Your role is to be available to answer questions. Please refer to the Process segment to obtain step-by-step instructions. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

18. Conclusion (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson’s purpose is to teach adolescents the dangers of recreational drug-use and identify the problems and solutions to some of the most common recreational drugs found in America. It will help 9 th grade students make informed choices about their health. This project relies heavily on research methods and creativity which are both important skills in high-school and beyond! Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

19. Credits & References (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Thank you to James Folkestad for assisting with this project! Introduction photo: Openphoto.net: Rusty Chain Darren Hester (Macon, Georgia USA) To access the latest version of this template and training materials for this activity, visit: The WebQuest Page and The WebQuest Slideshare Group Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion