Development

This lesson plan involves ideas that are consistent with many different aspects of learning and development. Social Interactive Model (SIM) based on cooperative learning and the Information Processing Model based on inquiry. The use of visual images to help store and retrieve information in this lesson correspond with the ideas of the information procession theory and the student-initiated discovery during the lesson coincides with the idea of constructivist learning as well.

The class will be divided into groups of four. Once in groups students will follow the process outlined in the WebQuest. In step one, the students will work together cooperatively to briefly explore which country they would like to further research.  Once they decide, students will then assume one of the roles described in step 2.  In step three students will learn more about the country by working independently and guided by the pre-selected websites resources . After researching and acquiring the relevant information described in the process list, group members will then engage in cooperative learning as they discuss and share their findings. In step four, the group members will begin to work collaboratively as they use the Jigsaw method to put the pieces of acquired information together to create a multimedia presentation addressing the four different roles or types of travelers.