Game-Changer IO2 In-service Training Programme

Module 7: How to Develop a WebQuest As we have covered in the previous modules, WebQuests are an engaging, flexible and fun way to introduce gamification and challenge-based learning elements into your educational methodology. We will now guide you through the process of developing your own WebQuest challenge. The process of developing a WebQuest has several stages and requires you to carefully consider a range of important factors as outlined below. You should start by brainstorming some ideas and then once you feel confident that you have an actionable plan, move on to building a WebQuest in the template provided at the end of the module. Step 1: Define the key topic or theme As covered in previous modules, the WebQuest challenges developed within this project have been focussed on developing entrepreneurial competences in young people and are based on the key themes outlined in the EU EntreComp Framework. This was achieved using a variety of different topics as theWebQuest approach can be utilised to create interactive, engaging and enjoyable educational resources on any thematic subject necessary. Your first task is to identify the topic or theme you feel will be the most interesting and engaging to your target audience. Start by asking yourself the following questions: 1. Based on your current provision, are there any key themes that are not covered or that you feel need to be addressed within your learner cohort? 2. Have any of your learners raised any issues that they would like to address or told you of any topics they would like to investigate further? 3. Are there any pressing issues that are affecting people’s lives either locally, regionally or nationally? From these questions you should be able to identify the starting point for an interesting WebQuest. This topic or theme will form the basis of the real-world problem that the task will outline and challenge the learner to address. Some potential themes could include climate change, sustainable living, food security, equality or social justice. The key is to use a topic that is important and engaging to your learners in order to ensure they are invested in the challenge and the outcome.