(Site last checked on 18th July 2004)
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(While
this webquest is written to be followed in English,
if used in KS3 the final element
could be a presentation in French for the benefit of the family.) Used in KS2 it could be used to provide a stimulus for QCA ICT module 6D. Using the Internet to search large databases and to interpret information. |
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| The Cartier family from Paris is planning a weekend break in London. Your task, as a group, is to plan an itinerary that will take account of all their interests. The family consists of Jean, aged 15 years, Sophie, aged 8 years, and their parents Alain and Claudette. Alain and Claudette both speak very good English and will be able to follow your plans easily. Jean has a basic grasp of the language and Sophie is just starting to learn it. The whole weekend should not cost more than £500. |  |
After
researching the possibilities for tourists in London, you will
plan the family’s long weekend (Friday to Tuesday). You
will need to research a range of topics including transport,
tourist sites, entertainment, accommodation and weather. The family do not mind whether they travel to England by air
or sea. Your
group will need to incorporate individual interests and desires
into the plans so that each member of the family is satisfied. There will probably need to be some compromise! |
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How
will the family get to London? Where
will
they stay? What
clothing would you suggest they pack? |
What
will the trip cost the family? How
far is London from their home? What
is the currency rate? What will the family’s daily schedule be? |
You
will be assigned to a group of 4 or 5 students. You will be playing the role of the travel
agents who have been contacted by the Cartier family to
organise their trip. Within
the group you will need to identify:
You
will need to study and research all aspects of London as a
tourist destination. Your
task is to create the ‘perfect’ weekend for the
family. Alain Claudette Jean Sophie |
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Entertainment
consultants: Begin by making a list of all the possible activities you might plan for the family. Use the Internet and paper-based materials to form an initial plan. Talk to the Travel Consultants so that you know where the family will be staying and how they will be travelling. Remember that the family is only in London for a long weekend – they don’t want to spend hours travelling from one place to another. |
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Keep
a record of the materials you use. Create a presentation that will outline the options you have decided would best suit the family’s requirements. This could take the form of a PowerPoint presentation, a brochure published in Word or another word processor, a slide show with spoken commentary, or some other form. You may want to use maps, charts, photographs or other graphics as well as the factual information you have gathered. Your options should be fully costed so that the family can make an informed choice. Your group will make a presentation to the class. |
You may have access to other materials as well e.g. P
and O Stena ferries brochure Various London guide books |
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What
are we looking for? |
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| A - Excellent | B - Good | C - Fair | D - Poor | E
- No effort |
| A
clearly presented schedule for the family which incorporates their
wishes and gives reasonable alternatives where compromise has been
required |
A well presented schedule for the family that provides some alternatives for them to chose from | A
schedule for the weekend |
A family schedule which makes no attempt to cater for the wishes of the family | No evidence of team work to fulfil the task |
| A
sensibly presented set of alternatives for travel and accommodation
which fit the family’s budget |
A
set of alternatives for travel and accommodation that fit the family’s
budget |
Some travel and accommodation options | Unreasonable travel options, which do not take account of the daily itinerary | No evidence of team work to fulfil the task |
| A good presentation which sets out all the suggestions in a clear manner | A
clear presentation, setting out the options |
A
presentation of the options |
A
muddled presentation |
No evidence of team work to fulfil the task |
| Evidence of team work in fulfilling the task | Clear evidence of team work in fulfilling the task | Evidence of team work in fulfilling the task | Some
evidence of team work in fulfilling the task |
No evidence of team work to fulfil the task |
| Remember
you are responsible for planning the Cartier’s holiday. You
will need to consider each family member’s interests. Everyone
needs to have a good time. It
is important to use all the resources available to you and all
your creativity to produce the most exciting proposal you can. Have
fun. |
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(father)
enjoys sports and would really like to see Arsenal play, if
possible.
(mother)
enjoys museums and art galleries and is keen to visit the new
Tate Gallery in Greenwich.
(15)
also loves sport of any description, but at home he plays ice
hockey for a local team.
(8)
enjoys amusement parks and shopping. She has singing and dance
lessons at home and is desperate to see a show at the theatre.