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Big6 Information Skills* |
Information Literacy Standards** |
National Education Technology Standards*** |
Classroom /Media Center Activities |
Resources
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below link for documents |
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Step 1 |
Task Definition
define the problem
identify information needs
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The student who is information literate accesses information
efficiently and effectively.
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recognizes the need for information
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formulates questions based on information need
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Select, refine and explore topic |
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Step 2
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Information Seeking Strategies
determine types of sources
prioritize sources |
The student who is information literate accesses information
efficiently and effectively.
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Identifies a variety of potential sources of
information
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Develops and uses successful strategies
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Technology research tools
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Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and
collect information from a variety of sources.
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Brainstorm
search terms - keywords and phrases
Formulate questions to guide research
Explore print materials - magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias,
non-fiction
Explore electronic materials - subscription databases, websites |
Research Log
Book Search
Databases (choose from
school or
home)
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Step 3 |
Location & Access
locate sources
find appropriate information |
The student who is information literate evaluates information
critically and competently.
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Selects information appropriate to the problem or
question at hand
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Determines accuracy, relevance, and comprehensiveness
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Technology research tools
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Students evaluate and select new information resources
and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for
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Collect sources - retrieve from databases or website, gather from
library shelves
Evaluate sources appropriate to task |
Website Evaluation Form |
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Step 4 |
Information Use
engage
extract information |
The student who uses information literate evaluates information
critically and competently.
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Distinguishes among fact, point of view and opinion |
Technology productivity tools
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Students use technology tools to enhance learning,
increase productivity, and promote creativity.
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Students practice responsible use of technology
systems, information, and software.
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Compile bibliography
Read and take notes |
Creating Your Bibliography |
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Step 5 |
Synthesis
organize
present |
The student who is information literate uses information accurately and creatively.
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Organizes information for practical application
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Integrates new information into one’s own knowledge
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Applies information in critical thinking and problem
solving
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Produces and communicates information and ideas in
appropriate formats
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Technology productivity tools
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Students use productivity tools to collaborate in
constructing technology-
enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative
works
Technology communications tools
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Students use telecommunications to collaborate,
publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
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Students use a variety of media and formats to
communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.
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Organize information to use in final product
Write paper, speech, debate, create slide show, pamphlet, poster etc.
Present final product to teacher, class, audience
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Copyright |
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Step 6 |
Evaluate
judge the product
judge the process |
The student who is an independent learner is information literate and
strives for excellence in information seeking and knowledge
generalization.
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Assess the quality of the process and products of
personal information seeking
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Devises strategies for revising, improving, and
updating self-generated knowledge |
Basic operations and concepts
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Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the
nature and operation of technology systems.
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Students are proficient in the use of technology.
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Student reflection on product and process
Rubric - teacher evaluation |
Rubric
info &
Online
generator |