Students will work in groups to plan a celebration of a holiday from a Francophone country to welcome a new exchange student. They will research the origins, customs, and culture of different holidays and design an event proposal. Each student will present part of their group's proposal to the class. The class will then vote on which celebration to hold.

1. It’s My Party Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] A WebQuest for 11 th Grade (French 3) Designed by Amanda Coffee [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page

2. Introduction Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] There is a new exchange student that just came to your school from a francophone country. To make the student feel welcome and to learn more about his/her heritage, you and two other students are planning a celebration for a holiday from the student’s native country.

3. The Task Student Page Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] In order to help guests understand more about the customs and values related to the holiday, you will need to search for more information. Make sure information is accurate, and that your event is culturally enlightening, interesting, and FUN! Title

4. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] For this activity, you, with a group of peers, will plan a celebration for a francophone holiday. Together, you will assemble a summary of your event plans to present orally to the class. In order to make your event fun, the origins about a holiday will design and/or plan a party/event. Step 1 As a group, decide which holiday you will host a party for. Step 2 Each member chooses role. Step 3 Use the internet independently and search the provided sites to learn more about your chosen holiday. Step 4 Group members combine information into one plan proposal, using Word. Step 5 Each member will present his/her portion of the proposal to the class. **Group members should maintain good communication while researching so that information is not repeated in the presentation or proposal**

5. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Step 1 Decide which holiday you will host a party for: - Têt Nguyên Dán Vietnam– “New Year” - Le quatorze juillet (Bastille Day) La Republique Francaise– “Independence Day” - Poisson d’Avril France et Quebec– “April Fool’s Day” - Carnaval Quebec– “Mardi Gras”

6. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Step 2 Choose each member’s role: - Resume Focus on history of holiday, country, culture and connection between the celebration and society. You should prepare something physically demonstrative about your holiday - Specifiques Learn about customs generally included in the celebration to teach guests important details about typical celebration. Make a craft/ decoration for the event and explain its cultural relevance to the class. - Comparaisons Explain similarities and differences between the previously presented customs, ideals, and histories in the United States and the francophone country. EACH GROUP MEMBER MUST ALSO DEFINE AND EXPLAIN THE SIGNIFICANCE ONE SET OF GIVEN TERMS.

7. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Têt Nguyên Dán Viêt Nam– “New Year” Termes: Nouvel An Viêt Nam / vietnamien(ne) Les pétards Les quartiers La pleine lune -------- Le solstice d'hiver L'équinoxe de printemps Le dragon d'or Chasser Nouvel An chinois -------- La pagode La chance/la malchance Salutation rituelle Enveloppes rouges Mauvais esprits Sources For Research

8. Sources Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Têt Nguyên Dán Viêt Nam– “New Year” Party Guide Online.com Vietnam- Culture.com Adopt Vietnam.org Family Culture.com

9. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Le quatorze juillet (La fête nationale française ) La Republique Francaise– “Independence Day” Termes: Fête de la Fédération Défilé militaire Avenue des Champs-Elysées la garde républicaine manifestation -------- Président de la République française Tour de France Storming of the Bastille Déclaration des droits de l'Homme et du citoyen une escorte à cheval de -------- La revolution francaise monarchie constitutionnelle feux d'artifices Instauration Unités Sources For Research

10. Sources Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Le quatorze juillet (La fête nationale française ) La Republique Francaise– “Independence Day” French.about.com La Presidence Francaise Crayola.com/crafts Foreign Language Fun.com

11. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Poisson d’Avril France et Quebec– “April Fool’s Day” Termes: canular accrocher se gausser l’exclamation le roi de France Charles IX -------- l’Édit de Roussillon rallongement des journées l’ichtus chrétien la légende se rebiffèrent -------- chamboulât congénères la pêche Cartes postales Le musée-château de Dieppe Sources For Research

12. Sources Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Poisson d’Avril France et Quebec– “April Fool’s Day” Fr.Wikipedia.org Bricokid.com Petites Tetes.com ptitclic.net

13. The Process Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Carnaval Quebec– “Mardi Gras” Termes: Cérémonies d'ouverture et de fermeture Palais de glace festivaliers Bonhomme Carnaval les "clés de la ville“ -------- Masques Les Défilés de nuit le Carême foule Coutumes -------- Encan Populaire Collecte de sang Thèmes Les "Duchesses“ la Nouvelle-France Sources For Research

14. Sources Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Carnaval Quebec– “Mardi Gras” Carnaval.qc.ca.fr Petites Tetes.com Tete a modeler.com Fr.wikipedia.org

15. Evaluation Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] Numerous pieces or most of the information was inaccurate Several pieces of information were inaccurate. Only one or two pieces of information were inaccurate. All information is accurate. Content - Accuracy Speaks clearly and distinctly almost none of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly some of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly about half of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly most of the time. Speaks Clearly Rarely listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others. Often listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Usually listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Almost always listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Collaboration with Peers Student is unable to accurately answer questions. Student is able to accurately answer a few questions posed by classmates. Student is able to accurately answer most questions posed by classmates. Student is able to accurately answer almost all questions posed by classmates. Comprehension 1 2 3 4 CATEGORY

16. Conclusion Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] When all of the event proposals have been presented, the class will vote on which we will celebrate on the last day of the unit.

17. Credits & References Student Page Title Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits [ Teacher Page ] www.fotosearch.com/clip-art/jester.html http://www.psscentral.com/index.php?p=1_197_Preschool-Sunday-School-Party-Page http://www.dailyclipart.net/clipart/party-hat-clip-art/ http://www.wisegorilla.com/images/holiday/holiday.html http://www.ptotoday.com/pto-today-clip-art-gallery http://www.artclips.com/clipart/free/ClipArtCollection8.asp http://holidays.mrdonn.org/chinesefestivals.html http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/clip/ballons.html http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/clip/funfish.html http://www.aperfectworld.org/places.html The WebQuest Page The WebQuest Slideshare Group

18. [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion A WebQuest for 11 th Grade (French 3) Designed by Amanda Coffee [email_address] Based on a template from The WebQuest Page It’s My Party

19. Introduction (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page This has been created as a “practice run” WebQuest design for the EDUC331 course at Colorado State University. In this lesson, students will need to develop their understandings of differing cultures and present them to the class. The are to compose an event proposal to be given to me after their presentation. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

20. Learners (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page I formed the lesson assuming that a more advanced level (11 th grade- 3 rd year) of students would employ it. Some of the websites are written all in French and some are not. The goal is for them to develop an understanding of the holiday and celebration, and then present it in his/her own words. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

21. Curriculum Standards (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page -As students at the advanced level extend their knowledge, what they know and are able to do includes · applying pronunciation and intonation patterns at a normal rate of speech; · making predictions, analyzing, drawing conclusions, and expressing facts and opinions; · defining points of view; and · summarizing and paraphrasing. -Analyzing aspects of the cultures being studied, such as social and political institutions and laws; Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

22. The Process (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page “ For this activity, you, with a group of peers, will plan a celebration for a francophone holiday. Together, you will assemble a summary of your event plans to present orally to the class. In order to make your event fun, the origins about a holiday will design and/or plan a party/event. Step 1 As a group, decide which holiday you will host a party for. Step 2 Each member chooses role. Step 3 Use the internet independently and search the provided sites to learn more about your chosen holiday. Step 4 Group members combine information into one plan proposal, using Word. Step 5 Each member will present his/her portion of the proposal to the class. **Group members should maintain good communication while researching so that information is not repeated in the presentation or proposal**” Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

23. Resources (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Students should have contact with the instructor to help with guiding thought, answering questions, and evaluating team performance. I think a class set of dictionaries would be helpful. Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion

24. Evaluation (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion Numerous pieces or most of the information was inaccurate Several pieces of information were inaccurate. Only one or two pieces of information were inaccurate. All information is accurate. Content - Accuracy Speaks clearly and distinctly almost none of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly some of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly about half of the time. Speaks clearly and distinctly most of the time. Speaks Clearly Rarely listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others. Often listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Usually listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Almost always listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Collaboration with Peers Student is unable to accurately answer questions. Student is able to accurately answer a few questions posed by classmates. Student is able to accurately answer most questions posed by classmates. Student is able to accurately answer almost all questions posed by classmates. Comprehension 1 2 3 4 CATEGORY

25. Credits & References (Teacher) [ Student Page ] Title Introduction Learners Standards Process Resources Credits Teacher Page Evaluation Teacher Script Conclusion www.fotosearch.com/clip-art/jester.html http://www.psscentral.com/index.php?p=1_197_Preschool-Sunday-School-Party-Page http://www.dailyclipart.net/clipart/party-hat-clip-art/ http://www.wisegorilla.com/images/holiday/holiday.html http://www.ptotoday.com/pto-today-clip-art-gallery http://www.artclips.com/clipart/free/ClipArtCollection8.asp http://holidays.mrdonn.org/chinesefestivals.html http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/clip/ballons.html http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/clip/funfish.html http://www.aperfectworld.org/places.html The WebQuest Page The WebQuest Slideshare Group