1. La Cultura de España Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] A WebQuest for 9th Grade Español 101 Designed by Lisa M. Nicol [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page *

2. Introduction Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] One day while walking down the street with three of your friends, you look down on the ground and find four plane tickets to Madrid lying on the ground. You and your friends then call the airport to report the lost tickets. The staff of the airport commends all of you for your honesty and they reward you by giving you a free trip to Spain! Although, the tickets will be given back to you based on one condition. *

3. The Task Student Page Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] The trip to Spain is in exactly two months. The round trip tickets will allow you to stay in Spain for 14 days. Within these next two months, you and your friends must learn about the Spanish society. For example, you must conduct research using the websites listed and inform yourselves about the Spanish people, history, food, sports, landmarks, music, etc. Also, all of you need to decide which cities you would like to visit while on your trip. The trip will start in Madrid and end in Barcelona. You must find a city or two to visit as well as the two big cities. For example, you could visit Seville, Leon, Granada, Toledo, or Valladolid. Once you return from your exciting trip, your group will create a final presentation to share with the class. Title *

5. Evaluation Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Research Report : Spanish Culture Teacher Name: Nicol Student Name: ________________________________________ CATEGORY 4 3 2 1 Score Organization Information is very organized with well-constructed paragraphs and subheadings. Information is organized with well-constructed paragraphs. Information is organized, but paragraphs are not well-constructed. The information appears to be disorganized. 8) Amount of Information All topics are addressed and all questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each. All topics are addressed and most questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each. All topics are addressed, and most questions answered with 1 sentence about each. One or more topics were not addressed. Quality of Information Information clearly relates to the main topic. It includes several supporting details and/or examples. Information clearly relates to the main topic. It provides 1-2 supporting details and/or examples. Information clearly relates to the main topic. No details and/or examples are given. Information has little or nothing to do with the main topic. Internet Use Successfully uses suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Usually able to use suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Occasionally able to use suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Needs assistance or supervision to use suggested internet links and/or to navigate within these sites. Sources All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented in the desired format. All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented, but a few are not in the desired format. All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented, but many are not in the desired format. Some sources are not accurately documented.

6. Conclusion Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] During your journey, you have learned about the history of Spain, famous museums and monuments, sports, food and other exciting topics. With all of your new-found knowledge, you are certainly ready to tell all of your friends and family about the details of your fantastic trip to come. ¡Viva España! *

7. Credits & References Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Spanish Flag: http://abstract.desktopnexus.com/wallpaper/111535/ The Royal Palace: http://onestep4ward.com/top-5-madrid/ Map of Spain: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/maps/europe/spain/ La Sagrada Familia: http://architecture.about.com/od/greatbuildings/ig/Antoni-Gaud-/Sagrada-Familia-.htm tripadvisor.com : http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g187514-Madrid-Hotels.html spain-info.com: http://www.spain-info.com/Living_in_Spain/Spanish-Public-Transport.htm expatica.com: http://www.expatica.com/es/essentials_moving_to/essentials/Public-transport-in-Spain_15222.html donquijote.org: http://www.donquijote.org/culture/ enforex.com http://www.enforex.com/culture/ Rubistar: http://rubistar.4teachers.org/ The WebQuest Page The WebQuest Slideshare Group Springboard: http://springboard.uakron.edu Wikispaces.com: http://wikispaces.com L Nicol’s Wiki: https://lisanicol.wikispaces.com/

8. La Cultura de España (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page A WebQuest for 9th Grade Español 101 Designed By Lisa M. Nicol [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Evaluation Conclusion *

9. Introduction (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson was developed as a part of the Blank School District’s way of getting the students to become interested in learning about a different culture. During this project, the students will conduct research to learn about the Spanish Society. For example, they will learn about the Spanish people, food, music, history, etc. Evaluation Conclusion

10. Learners (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This project is designed for a 9 th grade Spanish class. It is a good way to teach the first year Spanish students about the culture of Spain. The students must have the knowledge of surfing the internet for this project. Evaluation Conclusion

11. Curriculum Standards (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page The students will learn about the culture of Spain. It is important that they know some background of information about at least one of the countries of the language that they will be learning. In this lesson students will practice critical thinking skills, teamwork, and creative production. Evaluation Conclusion

13. Resources (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page The students will research on the internet to get their information for this project. The teacher normally in charge of the class is able to handle this project on their own. The teacher must be prepared for the project to take up about two weeks of class time. Evaluation Conclusion

14. Evaluation (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This is the rubric that I will be using to grade the students on their project. Evaluation Conclusion Research Report : Spanish Culture Teacher Name: Nicol Student Name: ________________________________________ CATEGORY 4 3 2 1 Score Organization Information is very organized with well-constructed paragraphs and subheadings. Information is organized with well-constructed paragraphs. Information is organized, but paragraphs are not well-constructed. The information appears to be disorganized. 8) Amount of Information All topics are addressed and all questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each. All topics are addressed and most questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each. All topics are addressed, and most questions answered with 1 sentence about each. One or more topics were not addressed. Quality of Information Information clearly relates to the main topic. It includes several supporting details and/or examples. Information clearly relates to the main topic. It provides 1-2 supporting details and/or examples. Information clearly relates to the main topic. No details and/or examples are given. Information has little or nothing to do with the main topic. Internet Use Successfully uses suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Usually able to use suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Occasionally able to use suggested internet links to find information and navigates within these sites easily without assistance. Needs assistance or supervision to use suggested internet links and/or to navigate within these sites. Sources All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented in the desired format. All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented, but a few are not in the desired format. All sources (information and graphics) are accurately documented, but many are not in the desired format. Some sources are not accurately documented.

15. Conclusion (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson is important for students in a first year Spanish class to complete. It is important because students should understand some of the cultural differences and experiences that other people have in different parts of the world. And since the students will be learning Spanish they should understand the culture of at least one Spanish speaking country to start out with. Evaluation Conclusion

16. Credits & References (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Spanish Flag: http://abstract.desktopnexus.com/wallpaper/111535/ The Royal Palace: http://onestep4ward.com/top-5-madrid/ Map of Spain: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/maps/europe/spain/ La Sagrada Familia: http://architecture.about.com/od/greatbuildings/ig/Antoni-Gaud-/Sagrada-Familia-.htm tripadvisor.com: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g187514-Madrid-Hotels.html spain-info.com: http://www.spain-info.com/Living_in_Spain/Spanish-Public-Transport.htm expatica.com http://www.expatica.com/es/essentials_moving_to/essentials/Public-transport-in-Spain_15222.html donquijote.com: http://www.donquijote.org/culture/ enforex.com: http://www.enforex.com/culture/ Rubistar: http://rubistar.4teachers.org/ The WebQuest Page The WebQuest Slideshare Group Springboard: http://springboard.uakron.edu Wikispaces.com: http://wikispaces.com L Nicol’s Wiki: https://lisanicol.wikispaces.com/ Evaluation Conclusion