Self-Knowledge

Definition of a Self-Knowledge Task
"Sometimes the goal of a WebQuest is a greater understanding of oneself, an understanding that can be developed through guided exploration of on- and off-line resources. There are few examples of this type, perhaps because self-knowledge is not heavily represented in today's curricula." [1]

Tips for Self-Knowledge Tasks
"A well crafted self-knowledge task will compel the learner to answer questions about themselves that have no short answers. Such tasks could be developed around:
 * long-term goals;
 * ethical and moral issues;
 * self-improvement;
 * art appreciation;
 * personal responses to literature." [1]

Reference [1] http://webquest.sdsu.edu/taskonomy.html

[|Webquest rubric] This is a great rubric for grading webquests. It covers many aspects and is great for any teacher.

**Examples of a WebQuest in Which Participants Gain Self-Knowledge**
1. [|Time For A Change Powerpoint Project WebQuest] This WebQuest offers students a chance to take a bad habit they have had for some time and take the steps to eliminate it from their daily lives. Students musts make a daily chart or log, consult specialists who may be able to help them quit this habit and present this information to the class in the form of a Powerpoint project. This project covers the ideas of long-term goals and self-improvement, as well as the scientific process.

2. [|Run for your health] This WebQuest is about the obesity problem we are being faced with here in the United States. The point of this WebQuest is for students need to convince other students the important of running and physical activity. They are suppose to try and gain attendance in the schools running club. This WebQuest helps to promote good physical activity results in a healthier life style and it is extremely important for kids to realize this.

3. [|Political Parties: Where Do I Belong] This WebQuest has students look up various political parties and what they believe in. It makes students do research into current parties so that they can learn more information about current events. I think this is a good one especially for high school students who will be capable of voting very shortly.

4. [|Multiple Intelligence Webquest] This WebQuest allows students to explore their 'intelligences'. The differentiated classroom utilizes the multiple intelligence theory and this is a great WebQuest to use at the beginning of the year to get to know your students.

5. Too Hot To Handle! This WebQuest has students research heatstroke and how common it is among outdoor athletes. They have to create some kind of final project that makes people aware of heatstroke while targeting coaches and athletes. This is a great WebQuest for high school aged health students or an option for athletes.