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Big6 Information Skills |
Classroom/Media Center Activities |
Resources |
| Step 1 |
Task Definition
define the problem
identify information needs |
Select, refine and explore topic |
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| Step 2 |
Information Seeking Strategies
determine types of sources
prioritize sources |
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
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Book Search
Databases (choose from
school or
home)
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| Step 3 |
Location & Access
locate sources
find appropriate information |
Collect sources - retrieve from databases or website,
gather from library shelves
Evaluate sources appropriate to task |
Website Evaluation Form**,
Online
version |
| Step 4 |
Information Use
engage
extract information |
Compile bibliography
Read and take notes |
Creating Your Bibliography |
| Step 5 |
Synthesis
organize
present |
Organize information to use in final
product
Write paper, speech, debate, create slide show, pamphlet, poster etc.
Present final product to teacher, class, audience |
Copyright |
| Step 6 |
Evaluate
judge the product
judge the process |
Student reflection on product and process
Rubric - teacher evaluation |
Rubric
info |
