This WebQuest guides students through a research project on Greek mythology. Students will: 1) Research a god, goddess or figure from Greek mythology. 2) Prepare a 3-minute monologue in character, citing important facts and retelling a myth. 3) Perform their monologue in costume with props for the class. The WebQuest provides evaluation rubrics and directs students to websites for research. It aims to assess student understanding of Greek mythology.

1. Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] A WebQuest for seventh grade English Designed by Sheryl Cubin [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Greek Mythology I Search

2. Introduction Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] This WebQuest has been designed as a research tool that will help you to choose a god, goddess, or prominent figure in Greek mythology. After researching the figure of your choice you will be required to perform a three-minute monologue for the class.

5. Evaluation Example: Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Beginning 1 Developing 2 Accomplished 3 Exemplary 4 Score Stated objective or Performance Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting a beginning level of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting development and movement toward mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting the highest level of performance. Stated objective or Performance Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting a beginning level of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting development and movement toward mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting the highest level of performance. Stated objective or Performance Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting a beginning level of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting development and movement toward mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting the highest level of performance. Stated objective or Performance Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting a beginning level of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting development and movement toward mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting the highest level of performance. Stated objective or Performance Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting a beginning level of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting development and movement toward mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting mastery of performance. Description of identifiable performance characteristics reflecting the highest level of performance.

6. Conclusion Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] This project marks the conclusion of the Greek mythology section for this semester’. You have read lots of myths during this unit. Now, you will finally have a chance to show off what you have learned. You now have enough background knowledge about Greek mythology, that you will be prepared for your future classes.

7. Credits & References Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] I would like to thank Mrs. Larson at Preston Junior High School for her wonderful ideas. Photos from: Creative Commons

8. Greek Mythology I Search [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page A WebQuest for xth Grade (Put Subject Here) Designed by Sheryl Cubin [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

9. Introduction (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson is intended for use after studying a unit on Greek mythology. Assessing student comprehension is the primary goal of this project. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

10. Learners (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson enables teachers to easily assess student comprehension in mythology, while giving students the chance t express themselves and their own perspectives. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

12. The Process (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This lesson will take place over the course of one week. The students will be introduced to the lesson and complete all of the research through the WebQust in one class period. Even a novice teacher could utilize this lesson plan. Making sure that all of the students have signed up for their monologue is probably the most difficult part of this lesson. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

14. Evaluation (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluating the graphic organizer, the student’s notes, and the monologue will be sufficient in assessing student comprehension. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

16. Conclusion (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This is a wonderful lesson that allows students to be creative. It gives them a chance to use technology for their research and gives them the freedom of choice. This freedom usually promotes student interest in the subject and improved comprehension of Greek mythology. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

17. Credits & References (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Thanks to Mrs. Kelly Larson t Preston Junior High School and to creative commons for their photos. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion