Task Definition Information Seeking Strategies Location & Access Use of Information Synthesis Evaluation
Task Definition Define the Problem: Ask yourself –What is my assignment? –What information is needed to complete my assignment? –What key words can I use to find information? –Am I using the required resources to find my information?
Information Seeking Strategies Determine All Possible Sources –Create a list of possible sources: dictionary, encyclopedia, atlas, Cobb’s Online Resources, etc.
Location & Access Use the Index of books and encyclopedias Find nonfiction books using Dewey Decimal System (Online Catalog) Find specialized encyclopedias Look up locations on maps Cobb’s Online Resources
Use of Information Listen to Directions Take Notes: Do Not Copy Watch Weather Reports Trace Maps Read Magazine & Newspaper Articles –Cobb’s Online Resources
Synthesis Put dates & events in the right order Organize pictures so they make sense Prepare a sketch (city/town, ship, etc.)
Evaluation Rate your Project –Did I do what I was supposed to do? –Do I feel OK about this project/report? –Should I do something else before I turn it in to my teacher?