A WebQuest on Internet Jargon

(Elementary Version)Created by Michelle Fidell

Introduction

Do you know what a ‘boolean’ search is? Since the beginning of computer technology, we have developed a whole new vocabulary. We will expand our vocabulary by researching websites to learn the new words.

TaskTo develop greater understanding of this new vocabulary you will:1. research the resources listed below

to find the definition of each new word

2. discuss which words are important with a partner

3. create a flyer and a poster of vocabulary words to be used in the computer lab

ProcedureIndividually you will find the definitions of the following words using the websites listed. Use the worksheet for the lesson.

Find five additional words that you think are important to know.

access back slash

bit byte cookie

default enable gigabyte HTML JPG

multimedia

netiquette

RAM virtual zip

RESOURCES

http://www.geekgirls.com/menu_basic_computing.htm

http://www.webopedia.com

http://netlingo.com

EvaluationStudents will be evaluated by the following rubric.

4 Thumbs Up=Master

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3 Thumbs Up=Good

2 Thumbs Up=Fair

1 Thumb Up=Poor

Shows knowledge of words

Used internet research skills

Produced a flyer and poster

Worked in cooperative team

Conclusion

After completing your WebQuest, you should have a better understanding of the internet world around you.

• Which words did you find most interesting?

• Were there any words that needed more clarifications?

• Do you have any questions?