OPEC Webquest - adapted from the Council for Economic Education
Directions: Read the instructions for each step and follow them carefully. If you have any questions, please raise your hand. You have the option to work with a partner or on your own. If you choose to work with a partner, you must each complete your own webquest answer sheet.
Step 1: Determine the difference between crude oil and refined oil? How is refined oil used? Write your answers on the back of your sheet.
Step 2: Research the answer to each question on your letter using the following sites.
Question 1 and 2: Resource
Question 3: Resource (make sure to click on "yearly" on the graph)
Question 4 and 5: Resource
Additional Resources:
Click here and here.
Step 3: When you have completed your research, see me for your letter template. Use it to synthesize your findings in a letter to the president.
But wait, there's more....(read this in your best infomercial voice! :) If you would like additional information about the current trend in gas prices, read one last article for consideration: The Hummer is Back. Thank Falling Oil Prices.
You may work at your own pace to answer these questions.
TARGET FOR TODAY: Complete Goal 1
Goal 1: Complete questions 1-4 today.
-Objective: Explain OPEC in your own words; explain the factors that contribute to gas prices. Why is oil an important resource for some Middle Eastern countries' economies?
Goal 2: Complete question 5 and begin your letter.
Goal 3: If you complete your letter, continue to the map review activity here.
THEN, you may select one of the following enrichment options:
Step 1: Determine the difference between crude oil and refined oil? How is refined oil used? Write your answers on the back of your sheet.
Step 2: Research the answer to each question on your letter using the following sites.
Question 1 and 2: Resource
Question 3: Resource (make sure to click on "yearly" on the graph)
Question 4 and 5: Resource
Additional Resources:
Click here and here.
Step 3: When you have completed your research, see me for your letter template. Use it to synthesize your findings in a letter to the president.
But wait, there's more....(read this in your best infomercial voice! :) If you would like additional information about the current trend in gas prices, read one last article for consideration: The Hummer is Back. Thank Falling Oil Prices.
You may work at your own pace to answer these questions.
TARGET FOR TODAY: Complete Goal 1
Goal 1: Complete questions 1-4 today.
-Objective: Explain OPEC in your own words; explain the factors that contribute to gas prices. Why is oil an important resource for some Middle Eastern countries' economies?
Goal 2: Complete question 5 and begin your letter.
Goal 3: If you complete your letter, continue to the map review activity here.
THEN, you may select one of the following enrichment options:
- Option A: Select one of the member countries of OPEC and research that country's economy (You can use the CIA World Factbook as a resource). How much of their economic wealth is determined by oil? What other resources, if any, do they also produce? Write your answers on the back of your letter. You may create a product map to accompany your answers if you choose.
- Option B: What are some alternative energy options to gas? How do their prices compare to the cost of oil? Create a chart or graph to display your information.