• Overview of the Course

    🪄 Welcome to AI-Generated WebQuest!

    Welcome to our four-week, hands-on, teacher-led online professional development course! I'm delighted to have you here and look forward to exploring the exciting possibilities of AI-generated WebQuests together.

    Throughout the course, you'll use our innovative WebQuest Wizard to create your own engaging, inquiry-based WebQuest. You'll also have access to the AI Course Assistant, which will support you as you explore, experiment, create, and reflect on your learning.

    🌟 Your Four-Week Learning Journey

    🧠 Week 1: Brainstorming and Introduction

    Begin your WebQuest adventure by exploring ideas, selecting a topic, and developing an engaging Introduction. You'll use AI, digital sticky notes, and visual mind maps to organize your thinking and begin designing your WebQuest.

    🪄 Week 2: Task, Process, and Resources

    Bring your ideas to life by creating the Task, Process, and Resources for your WebQuest. You'll explore AI-powered tools to develop engaging activities, organize learning experiences, and create multimedia resources that support student inquiry and exploration.

    🎨 Week 3: Evaluation, Conclusion, and Credits

    Complete the essential components of your WebQuest by developing the Evaluation, Conclusion, and Credits. You'll refine your work, consider how students will demonstrate their learning, and reflect on how your WebQuest can encourage creativity, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement.

    🚀 Week 4: Interactive eBook and WebQuest Showcase

    Bring everything together by creating an interactive eBook that showcases your WebQuest. You'll explore ways to present your work, share your creations with fellow participants, and reflect on your learning journey in the Showcase and Reflect forum.

    🤖 Learning Together with AI

    Throughout the four weeks, you'll have opportunities to participate in Moodle discussions, share ideas, reflect on your experiences, and learn from one another.

    Your AI Course Assistant will be available to provide additional guidance, while the WebQuest Wizard will help you develop your WebQuest step by step.

    🏅 Digital Badges and Certificate

    Each week offers opportunities to demonstrate your learning and earn a digital badge.

    Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you'll receive a verifiable certificate documenting 30 hours of coursework, recognizing your professional development achievements.

    💜 Enjoy the Journey!

    I encourage you to explore, experiment, ask questions, share your discoveries, and enjoy the creative process. There is no need to be an AI expert. What matters is your curiosity, willingness to learn, and desire to create meaningful learning experiences for your students.

    I'm excited to see the wonderful WebQuests you'll create!

    Happy learning and creating!

    Dr. Nellie Deutsch

    Admin, owner, developer, and facilitator of the course