5.+Getting+Started

NOTE TO STUDENTS: My aim in not giving too many details or concrete directions is to facilitate the PBL process. That is to say, I am handing the steeringwheel and control of the car to you. I will provide assistance when needed, but I will not answer every question you have, nor will I do the project for you. I will demonstrate and coach when needed, but I really want to see your creative and critical thinking skills in action.

=So I read the Problem Scenario. . . NOW WHAT???=
 * 1) Create you Group Wikispace that must be linked to this one.
 * 2) Make sure you are able to access the classroom Blog (permission slips needed)
 * 3) Follow the PBL Steps

Use a KWL Chart, KWS Chart or a Concept Map to Help you better Understand your current state of knowledge and where you lack understanding.
 * Brainstorming What you KNOW:**

[|Education World] is a Helpful Site for Many Concept Maps that may help you in this process

Suggested:__ [|Del.icio.us]
 * Set Up (or sign in) to a Social Bookmarking Site:** __Allows you to "Favorite", Store, & Share links, information, and articles you need for this project.

1) Use an Aggregator such as [|Wizz RSS] or [|Google Reader]** This allows you to begin focusing your search as you can pick specific websites and specific topics to receive information from.
 * General Research: Begin to get a feel for different ideas, problems and even possible solutions


 * 2) Check out the Information on this Wiki such as the home page

3) Consider Checking out These Sites:**
 * [|Webquest of Mexcian Immigration]


 * [|Time.com Immigration Page]


 * [|Various Webquests and Sites]


 * [|Beyond Borders: Special Report] -- Excellent site to give you first hand accounts of the immigrant experience (may or may not factor into your problem statement/solution).

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