William+Stremple-Zunal+(WebQuest+tool)

__**What:**__ Zunal (WebQuest creation tool) __**Web**__ **Address:** www.zunal.com __**Student's**__ **Name:** William Stremple __**Grade**__ **Level(s):** All grade levels __**Content**__ **Area(s):** All content areas


 * Abstract:** This technology tool is a free/paid online WebQuest creator tool. A WebQuest is a virtual lesson plan where students complete different activities/processes to meet tasks or goals. You need to create an account in order to create a WebQuest and there are two choices of versions to sign up for. With the basic version, you are allowed to create one WebQuest for free. With the professional version, you have the ability to create fifty and also gain access to tools not available with the basic version. If you do not feel like taking the time to create your own WebQuest, you can search from hundreds of WebQuests created by people all over the world. If you do choose to create your own, make sure to take advantage of all the resources and linkable aspects of the site. You can add files, photos, videos, link other sites, and even a few web 2.0 tools (Glogster poster and Voki). One neat feature is any WebQuest can be evaluated and results are given to the creator so people can receive constructive criticism of their work.


 * Personal Experience:** This is another technology tool that has countless applications for any grade and any subject. I decided to sign up for the basic account and create a WebQuest about solving equations in my eighth grade mathematics class. I included several videos, images, and engaging activities for students to work on in pairs at their own pace. I also included two assessments that involve other technological tools. One of these is a mathematics centered website (www.ixl.com) that we use in my school for additional mathematics practice. Another is to have students create a prezi (www.prezi.com) about the steps needed to solve equations. The only downside to this tool is the amount of time it takes to develop a WebQuest. I believe the time is worth it though because this tool really helps to motivate and engage students in a new and exciting way. My rating for this technology tool is a 10 out of 10 because of the endless uses for this type of technology among other reasons. Please visit my WebQuest (below) for an example.

http://zunal.com/webquest.php?w=201086