A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented activity in which most or all of the information used by learners is drawn from the Web. WebQuests are designed to use learners' time well, to focus on using information rather than looking for it, and to support learners' thinking at the levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The model was developed in early 1995 at San Diego State University by Bernie Dodge with Tom March, and was outlined then in Some Thoughts About WebQuests. Webquest is a strong literacy strategy and one of most engaging ways for students to deal with content across the curriculum .

Please visit his website for more information http://webquest.sdsu.edu/overview.htm

This special institute will bring together the MLTI Teacher Leaders and eMINTS Teacher Leaders for a one and a half day intense learning experience. This is an exciting opportunity to network, celebrate work and build skills. We will reflect on the past, plan for the next school year and for the future of MLTI.

A complete agenda will follow. Check your email frequently!

DETAILS

LOCATION: Samoset Resort, Rockport

DATE: March 12 & 13, 2006

Sunday: 3:00-5:00pm registration & room check-in 5:00pm dinner & an evening with Bernie Dodge Monday: Institute 8:00am- 4:00pm (breakfast & lunch provided)

REGISTRATION: http://www.createsurvey.com/c/31012-VaJoaG/

COSTS $$ ~ MLTI Teacher Leaders: FREE - (lodging & meals covered)

MLTI/eMINTS trainers, eMINTS teacher-leaders, and any others: $100 covers all costs (lodging & meals)

All payments are to be made payable to: Treasurer, State of Maine Attn: Heather Hamlin 23 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333 Please register by February 12, 2006 at: http://www.createsurvey.com/c/31012-VaJoaG/

Confirmations of your registration will be sent out after February 12th to notify you of your roomate & confirm your registration. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Regards, MLTI Staff -------------------------------

Heather Hamlin

Maine Learning Technology Initiative

Phone: (207) 624-6746 ~ Fax: (207) 624-6601

heather.r.hamlin@state.me.us