WebQuest Format designed by Bernie Dodge, San Diego
State University
LIFE IN THE MIDDLE AGES
A Medieval WebQuest
The Middle Ages was a time of knights in shining armour, kings and
queens, lords and ladies, glorious feasts and tournaments, wandering minstrels
and court jesters, and vassals and serfs. Life in the Middle Ages was centered
around the castle where the noble lord ruled through a system known as
feudalism. The feudal lords exerted economic control over their lands and
territories. In return for goods and services, the feudal lord gave the
peasants and villagers rights to use the land and protection from armed
attacks by barbarians, Vikings, and other powerful lords and their armies.
THE TASK
In pairs or individually, you will research one aspect of Medieval culture
and times utilizing the resources in your school, public library and on
the Internet. From the list of project
types and examples, select one you would like to do, like build a medieval
castle. Next you will present your project to the class and tell them all
about medieval castles covering why they were built, the layout of rooms,
and life within the castle walls.
You will be using print and electronic resources located in your library
media center, public library, and on
the Internet to collect information and images for your project. Your
resources should include at least one encyclopedia, two books, and two
Internet sites. A bibliography will be required.
THE PROCESS
Steps To Follow:
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Decide whether you will work alone or with another person.
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Chose your topic.
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Select your project type.
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Locate print, electronic and Internet resources.
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Begin doing your research and taking notes.
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Write an outline of what you plan to cover.
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Hand in to your teacher your names, your topic, your project type, and
an outline of what you will cover.
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Begin to create, write, or construct your project.
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Plan out and practice your presentation.
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Arrange for any equipment you will need for your presentation.
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Bring all your props, materials, or costumes in on the day of your presentation.
LEARNING ADVICE
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Chose your partner wisely.
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Brainstorm your ideas for this project with your partner or parent.
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Be creative and imaginative.
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Select a project type you would enjoy doing.
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Decide who is responsible for what.
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Your visuals should be clear and easy to see and read.
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Leave time to practice your presentation and make changes.
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Be sure your presentation is no longer than 10 minutes.
CONCLUSION
Upon completing this WebQuest you should:
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Be an expert on your specific Medieval topic.
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Be knowledgable about all aspects of Medieval life from the other presentations
you listened to.
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Know how to do research using your library and the Internet.
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Have used your creative and artistic talents.
WebQuest written by Schuyler Thaxter
Email: thaxter@meol.mass.edu
Date of Last Update: May 3, 1997