"Where Am I?" travels through the levels of Bloom's Taxonomy and covers Grappling's steps of technology. Many students will reach the transforming stage when they present their answers to the essential questions to other classes in a persuasive speech (extension activity).

This WebQuest began purely as a math lesson, but as it was being developed, lent itself to Communication Arts, Social Studies and Science as well. The main focus is on understanding, reading, using and creating coordinate grids by taking a "virtual" tour around the world. When incorporating real-world applications, investigation, space, latitude/longitude, maps and reference sources, writing seems necessary. Students are given tutorials and options for "re-learning" or enrichment. Activities are both online and offline.

ISTE NETS-S: Basic operations and concepts ~Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems. Social, ethical, and human issues ~Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology. ~Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software. ~Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity. Technology productivity tools ~Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity. ~Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works. Technology communications tools ~Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences. Technology research tools ~Students use technology to locate, evaluate , and collect information from a variety of sources. ~Students use technology tools to process data and report results. ~Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks. Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools ~Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions. ~Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.
Show-Me Standards: Mathematics ~patterns and relationships within and among functions and algebraic, geometric and trigonometric concepts ~mathematical systems, geometry, and number theory ~discrete mathematics (such as graph theory, counting techniques, matrices) Communication Arts ~speaking and writing standard English ~reading and evaluating nonfiction works and material ~writing formally and informally ~participating in formal and informal presentations and discussions of issues and ideas Social Studies ~the use of tools of social science inquiry Science ~the impact of science, technology, and human activity on resources and the environment
GLE: Math ~Use coordinate systems to specify locations, describe paths and find the distance between points along horizontal and vertical lines ~recognize 2-dimensional shapes Communication Arts ~Locate and use various resources to acquire information to answer questions ~Use a specified note- taking format to record relevant information ~Apply post-reading skills to comprehend and interpret text by summarizing ~Use details from text to restate main idea and supporting details ~Read and follow multi-step directions to complete a task ~Use a note-taking system to organize information from written text ~Write a summary/retell the main ideas of written text ~In discussions and presentations, give organized presentations that demonstrate a clear viewpoint Social Studies ~Use maps, graphs, statistical data, timelines, charts and diagrams to interpret, draw conclusions and make predictions Science ~Communicate the procedures and results of investigations and explanations through dr awings, maps, and graphs ~Research biographical information about various scientists and inventors from different gender and ethnic backgrounds, and describe how their work contributed to science and technology ~Work with a group to solve a problem, giving due credit to the ideas and contributions of each group member