Italy High School

Texas and Ellis County Facts

Web Quest for Ag Science

Introduction   Task   Process   Evaluation   Conclusion

Introduction

You are in charge of a feasibility study to determine if a particular type of agribusiness would be successful in Ellis County and you need some facts and figures to make that determination.  Where do you turn to find this information?

Introduction   Task   Process   Evaluation   Conclusion

Task

You will find the answers to Texas Almanac 1 worksheet by using the Texas Almanac and other sources.

Introduction   Task   Process   Evaluation   Conclusion

Process

1. Use the Big6 Research Method to help in this project.

2. Obtain a Texas Almanac 1 worksheet from your teacher.

3. Read through all the questions before you begin to see the kinds of facts you are searching for.

4. You may use the print copy of Texas Almanac found in the library or the online version to find your answers.

5. You may also use these online sources:

The Handbook of Texas

Ellis County Data Links

6. Complete the worksheet with the correct answers and turn in.

7. On the bottom of the worksheet, please answer the following question:  Which source was most helpful in finding the correct answer?

Introduction   Task   Process   Evaluation   Conclusion

Evaluation

You will receive one test grade for the completion of this worksheet.

Introduction   Task   Process   Evaluation   Conclusion

Conclusion

Upon completion of this project, you will know how to use a print almanac and online sources to obtain information about Ellis County.