Standards:

Information Skills and Subskills (K-16)

Definition

• Identifies requirements of research task
• Determines amount/type of information needed to complete research task
• Considers potential topics

Selection

• Narrows topic to be explored
• Specifies subtopics or related keywords

AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner

Learners use skills, resources, & tools to:

1. Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.

1.1 Skills

• 1.1.1 Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real-world connection for using this process in own life.