1. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] A Web Quest for 9 th and 10 th Grade FACS Designed by Kate Simunaci [email_address] Buying My First Car CSU

2. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Welcome!! You have just moved to Denver from a small town to start a new job. You live about 25 minutes from work and do not own a car. Public transportation works for getting to work, but, what about getting around town to shop, eat, and check out the night life? Taxi’s are too expensive, and you don’t want to arrange your life around the bus schedule either. Today you will research the selection process of purchasing a vehicle as well as different ownership options. You will determine the best “bang for your buck” in other words, you are trying to find the best car for the amount of money you have. Introduction THE TRANSPORTATION STATION CSU

3. Student Page Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Given a budget of $6,000 dollars, you will pick three cars that you would like to purchase and compare the cars in terms of models, prices, safety ratings and gas mileage efficiency. The next page provides a description of the process of researching and directions for your assignment. Also provided are the websites you need in order for you to explore and gather your information. This isn’t an easy task. It is going to take some thought and prioritizing to be able to reach an informed decision. So, be smart with the resources you have been given! Title Your Task CSU

4. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] STEP 1 Using the given websites, pick 3 cars that you would like to buy keeping in mind your budget of 6,000 dollars. STEP 2 Using the worksheet given, record your findings. Be sure to fill it out completely. The more information you have, the easier it will be to compare and contrast the cars. (Worksheet to be handed out in class) STEP 3 Now that you have collected your research, you have to make an important decision. Decide which car would be the best choice, most reliable, and overall most trustworthy for your budget of 6,000 dollars. STEP 4 Put together a 2-3 minute presentation of how you came to the decision that you made. Consider the following questions: What are the advantages of buying a newer car? Disadvantages? Make a list ranking in order from 1 being most important to 2, 3, 4 etc. being least important the different criteria that should be considered when buying a car. What are the advantages and disadvantages to online shopping for a vehicle? How important is gas mileage on a vehicle considering today’s gas prices and decreasing supply of natural resources? Did this activity give you a better understanding of what buying a car is really like? Explain your answer. Process CSU

5. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Websites The following websites are provided to help you pick out your 3 cars as well as compare and contrast them. Auto Trader Kelly Blue Book Vehicle Safety Cars.com CSU

6. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Evaluation CSU CATEGORY 4 3 2 1 The student is somewhat prepared, but it is clear that rehearsal was lacking. Student does not seem at all prepared to present. Facial expressions and body language sometimes generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others. Facial expressions and body language are used to try to generate enthusiasm, but seem somewhat faked. Very little use of facial expressions or body language. Did not generate much interest in topic being presented. Content Shows a full understanding of the topic. Shows a good understanding of the topic. Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic. Does not seem to understand the topic very well. Collaboration with Peers Almost always listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Tries to keep people working well together. Usually listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Does not cause "waves" in the group. Often listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group but sometimes is not a good team member. Rarely listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Often is not a good team member. Listens to Other Presentations Listens intently. Does not make distracting noises or movements. Listens intently but has one distracting noise or movement. Sometimes does not appear to be listening but is not distracting. Sometimes does not appear to be listening and has distracting noises or movements. Preparedness Student is completely prepared and has obviously rehearsed. Student seems pretty prepared but might have needed a couple more rehearsals. Oral Presentation Rubric : Car Buying Presentation You will be evaluated on the following:

7. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Congratulations! You now have experiences some of what it is like to work through the decision process of buying your very first car! I hope this was a helpful tool in providing you knowledge to make an informed decision if you so choose to buy a car at some point in your life. Conclusion CSU

8. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] The sources of the images used in this web quest are courtesy of Microsoft ClipArt. The websites again are as follows: Auto Trader Kelly Blue Book Vehicle Safety Cars.com The template for this web quest was provided courtesy of Dr. James Folkestad The rubric was provided courtesy of: rubistar .4teachers.org/ Credits CSU

9. Buying My First Car (Kate Simunaci) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page A Web Quest for 9th and 10th Grade FACS Designed by Kate Simunaci [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU

10. Introduction (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson came from thinking about a good webquest to make for the subject area of finance. I came up with this webquest because I thought it would be highly relevant to students in the 9 th and 10 th grade FACS classes. The lesson is about buying your first car. The students are encouraged to look at comparing and contrasting important features of cars when considering purchasing one. It gets them to really think about the things that will matter more than simply the make or color of the car such as safety ratings etc. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU

11. Learners (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson is designed for 9 th and 10 th grade Teen Choices or Life Management courses. It could also be used in a math class or economics courses. Necessary prior knowledge includes basic math skills and familiarity with the internet. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU

13. The Process (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page STEP 1 Using the given websites, pick 3 cars that you would like to buy keeping in mind your budget of 6,000 dollars. STEP 2 Using the worksheet given, record your findings. Be sure to fill it out completely. The more information you have, the easier it will be to compare and contrast the cars. (Worksheet to be handed out in class) STEP 3 Now that you have collected your research, you have to make an important decision. Decide which car would be the best choice, most reliable, and overall most trustworthy for your budget of 6,000 dollars. STEP 4 Put together a 2-3 minute presentation of how you came to the decision that you made. Consider the following questions: What are the advantages of buying a newer car? Disadvantages? Make a list ranking in order from 1 being most important to 2, 3, 4 etc. being least important the different criteria that should be considered when buying a car. What are the advantages and disadvantages to online shopping for a vehicle? How important is gas mileage on a vehicle considering today’s gas prices and decreasing supply of natural resources? Did this activity give you a better understanding of what buying a car is really like? Explain your answer. This lesson should take one class period. Then presentations will happen on another class day. The students are divided into groups of 3 or 4. The teacher might need some prior experience with the Web Quest before trying to help students with it. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU

15. Evaluation (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion Oral Presentation Rubric : Car Buying Presentation This is what the students will be evaluated on: CSU CATEGORY 4 3 2 1 The student is somewhat prepared, but it is clear that rehearsal was lacking. Student does not seem at all prepared to present. Facial expressions and body language sometimes generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others. Facial expressions and body language are used to try to generate enthusiasm, but seem somewhat faked. Very little use of facial expressions or body language. Did not generate much interest in topic being presented. Content Shows a full understanding of the topic. Shows a good understanding of the topic. Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic. Does not seem to understand the topic very well. Collaboration with Peers Almost always listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Tries to keep people working well together. Usually listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Does not cause "waves" in the group. Often listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group but sometimes is not a good team member. Rarely listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Often is not a good team member. Listens to Other Presentations Listens intently. Does not make distracting noises or movements. Listens intently but has one distracting noise or movement. Sometimes does not appear to be listening but is not distracting. Sometimes does not appear to be listening and has distracting noises or movements. Preparedness Student is completely prepared and has obviously rehearsed. Student seems pretty prepared but might have needed a couple more rehearsals.

16. Conclusion (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Like mentioned before for these students to learn real life skills such as learning what to look for when buying their first car, is priceless. This is real-life activity that is highly relevant activity seeing as how most of these students will buy a car soon if not sometime in their lifetime. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU

17. Credits & References (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page The sources of the images used in this web quest are courtesy of Microsoft ClipArt. The websites again are as follows: Auto Trader Kelly Blue Book Vehicle Safety Cars.com The template for this web quest was provided courtesy of Dr. James Folkestad The rubric was provided courtesy of: rubistar .4teachers.org/ Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion CSU