Minequest Adventures |
These learning journeys, sponsored by the Wyoming Mining Association, are designed to give you opportunities to:
• discover more about the role mining plays in our lives and our communities,
• practice and improve research and technology skills, and
• consider ways to deal with the complexity and compromise which are part of our modern way of life.
We hope these Minequests will set your curiosity on fire. On the cooler side of things, if you discover an idea for a new Minequest, or an idea for a webquest on a different topic, discuss your idea with your teacher and contact the Wyoming Mining Association. Perhaps, you can develop and publish your idea to the web. Last but not least, here are some release notes to update you on the status of this website.
A webquest is a method for learning using resources on the Internet. Reading and following directions is the most basic skill you need to successfully complete a webquest learning journey. Here are some other specific tips for making the most of your Minequest time.
You’ve heard the saying about “ finding a needle in a haystack.” Searching out reliable information from sources like the Internet can feel like that. Watch for the research tips included on Minequest pages for hints to keep your research time safe. Here are some general tips to avoid dangerous ground.
Before you begin your first Minequest ... Working safely on the job is a must for employees at mine sites across Wyoming. Safe working conditions provided by industries means attracting good employees. Safe practices followed by employees means products and services keep on coming to consumers. Working safely equals making the most of time, energy and financial resources for everyone. Making the most efficient use of the time and energy you invest in your school workplace saves you more time for other interests. Take the Safety Tour for hints and tips for working "safely" in your Minequest adventures. |
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Already taken the tour?Okay but beware. If you decided to skip the tour , you run the risk of wasting time and resources ... your own and those of your Minequest team and your teacher ... by asking questions later that you should have found the answers to here first.
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learning journeys sponsored by the Wyoming Mining Association
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