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Water Safari, a Journey of Life. Water in Africa.

Authors :
Peace Corps, Washington, DC. Office of World Wise Schools.
Ray, Dany
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

The Water in Africa Project was realized over a 2-year period by a team of Peace Corps volunteers, World Wise Schools (WWS) classroom teachers, and WWS staff members. As part of an expanded, detailed design, resources were collected from over 90 volunteers serving in African countries, photos and stories were prepared, and standards-based learning units were created for K-12 students. Intended for use with middle school students, this unit takes students on a WebQuest water safari through several African countries, using the Peace Corps Water in Africa site as a WebQuest. Students complete the Web Quest by conducting research about the relationship of physical and human systems. They use the collected data to prepare a formal report for Peace Corps that will assist in the creation of a training video for volunteers in Africa. The unit can be used in geography, language arts, and technology classes. Seven class periods of 45 minutes each are suggested. The unit lists materials needed, outlines applicable standards, poses discussion questions, and lists student objectives. It details day-by-day procedures for the teacher and provides assessment activities and follow-up/enrichment activities. (BT)

Details

Language :
English
Database :
ERIC
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
ED456080
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher