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Two Weeks
 * Nominal Time Frame**


 * Student Prerequisites and Prior knowledge**

It is assumed that students will have prior experience in the use of computers for research, accessing the internet and competent in navigating the World Wide Web using a browser.

Students must be willing to explore the given resources to create the necessary presentation materials such as graphic organisers and electronic presentations (students can however choose their application of choice).

Students are required to have knowledge of how to access information communication technologies such as Wiki's to collaborate with fellow group members. []


 * Required Resources**

Access to the internet Concept map or graphic organiser application software of choice Graphic presentation software such as MS Power Point Art supplies: colored pencils, markers, crayons, pencils, paint?

Our mission at (Name of School) is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. All members of the (name of school) community are committed to creating a safe and happy learning environment. To achieve this, our students and teachers are encouraged to demonstrate the following learner traits:
 * Rationale**


 * Communicators || They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. ||
 * Knowledgeable || They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines. ||
 * Inquirers || They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives. ||

Students having he opportunity of exploring animals and their habitats and being provided with opportunities to demonstrate their new understandings is relevant to developing their understandings towards their role in sharing the Earth.

In addition, the activities and resources chosen for this unit allow for the students to extend their English abilities by:
 * 1) being immersed English language rich activities.
 * 2) engaging in authentic English activities.
 * 3) practicing English in a non-threatening environment, where they are free to learn from their mistakes.
 * 4) recognising that they can use English and are congratulated for their attempts.
 * 5) being reflective on their English learning.

[|Bernie Dodge], 2007. //WebQuest .// Retrieved 4th March 2008 from []
 * References**