VIPs of Science: Process

Process

STAGE 1

Step 1: Select a scientist (past or present). You must submit your selection for approval. No two students may select the same scientist.

Step 2: Use the links below to answer the following questions:

1. Name

2. Date of Birth

3. Date of Death (if applicable)

4. Family information

5. Gender, Ethnic Background, etc.

6. What were the cultural and scientific beliefs of this scientists time period and how did they impact the work and life of this scientist.

7. Other personal information or major events in this scientist's life.

8. Best know for what contribution(s)

9. Sacrifices made or dangers of work

10. Field of Science

Links: Here are some links to get you started. You may find other sources of information, but remember to make sure your online source is reputable.

http://encarta.msn.com/ - Encarta Encyclopedia

http://www.s9.com/ - Biographical Dictionary

http://www.biography.com/search/ - Biographical Dictionary

http://www.biography-center.com/index.html - Biorgraphical Dictionary

http://outreach.rice.edu/~dgabby/science/famoussci.htm - Links to other sites

http://www.astr.ua.edu/4000WS/summary.shtml - Women Scientists

http://courses.ttu.edu/thomas/coollinks/famous_scientists.htm - Links of Biographies

http://www.tms.riverview.wednet.edu/lrc/Famous%20Scientists2.htm - Famous Scientists

http://www.sjsu.edu/depts/Museum/aamenu.html - Museum of Famous Scientists

http://www.csun.edu/~stm09729/school/Life%20Science/famous%20scientists/famous%20scientists.html - Pictures of Scientists

STAGE 2

Step 1: Compile your information into a draft page on our class wiki (VIPs of Science). View the following tutorial for guidance on this process. http://www.screencast.com/users/winclang/folders/Jing/media/36969ac3-b81d-4786-b790-b4e066f8cab0

Step 2: Have at least two classmates complete a peer review of your page. These students should evaluate your page according to the evaluation provided in this WebQuest and provide critical feedback to help you meet the project criteria. These students should be able to tell you if you have met the requirements of this assignment in such a way that you have created a clear picture of the scientist.

Step 3: Now you are ready to put your final page on the class wiki, VIPs of Science. View the following tutorial for guidance on this process. http://www.screencast.com/users/winclang/folders/Jing/media/36969ac3-b81d-4786-b790-b4e066f8cab0