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6.4.4 The WQ challenge phase

I have kind of dragged in this phase; not getting the idea at first but as always, I have not given up. I need to do more reading, consultation and more practice - even when I am done with this section of the course/lesson. Coming up  with a clear introduction and task that captivates learners from the word go seems to be much more challenging that I imagined it would be. Despite the fact that I have put in a lot to come up with a world class WQ (that is webquest), the picture I envisaged doesn't seem to be coming. I push on and surely hope that I will be in position to see this section added to the list of those I have comprehended and am becoming more proficient in. Watch this space for more updates!!!!!

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