Q4 Mythbusters: Introduction
Introduction
In this Quest, you will communicate complex ideas and produce a multimedia presentation that will help bust a myth. This Quest also includes a Digital Breakout Activity.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
I can:
- Research information about a myth for credibility and relevance.
- Plan and organize a presentation.
- Communicate complex ideas and produce a multimedia presentation that will help bust a myth.
- Apply a rubric to evaluate my work.

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Competencies & Standards
MITECS Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and
1. Empowered Learner
d. Students understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.
2. Digital Citizen
a. Students manage their digital identity and understand the lasting impact of their online behaviors on themselves and others and make safe, legal and ethical decisions in the digital world.
3. Knowledge Constructor
a. Students use effective research strategies to find resources that support their learning needs, personal interests and creative pursuits.
b. Students evaluate the accuracy, validity, bias, origin, and relevance of digital content.
c. Students curate information from digital resources using a variety of tools and methods to create collections of artifacts that demonstrate meaningful connections or conclusions.
6. Creative Communicator
a. Students choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
c. Students use digital tools to visually communicate complex ideas to others.
d. Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.
Websites and Documents
Websites
- 10 Historical Misconceptions
- Debunking Common Science Education Myths-Simply Steam
- Myths in Science Textbooks
- Top 5 Sports Nutrition Myths
- Twelve Math Myths - Department of Developmental Ed
21t4s Websites
21t4s Documents & Quizzes
21t4s Digital Breakout Challenge