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Description
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"The Social Security Act was signed into being by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935 to provide for the general welfare by establishing a system of Federal old-age benefits, and by enabling the several States to make more adequate provision for aged persons, blind persons, dependent and crippled children, maternal and child welfare, public health, and the administration of their unemployment compensation laws; to establish a Social Security Board; to raise revenue; and for other purposes.
The Social Security Act has been amended in part, a number of times since then. However, today there is much concern over its present state. The debate over reform of the Social Security System rages as elected politicians banter it about. What is the problem with American Social Security? How should it be solved? This is an issue that will effect you far into your future. Should you have a say? Why should you even care at this stage of your life?"
Question: "How should the American Social Security System be structured to provide for its elders and disabled citizens?"
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What makes this an interesting WebQuest
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- Once again an outstanding job by "Dr. B" on a very timely subject.
- Students choose their own graphic organizer and use this to arrive at their argument. These are experienced and sophisticated students. Others may need more scaffolding.
- Excellent use of Wikipedia's discussion facility.
- This is a great example of how an experienced educator can construct a WebQuest that meets the needs of her identified learners. Not every aspect of a "Best" WebQuest needs to be included - only those that meet the learners' needs.
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