This lesson plan is designed to help students search for information more efficiently and effectively. Boolean Operators and the use of Truncations are a great resource finding tool for anyone who is doing research on the Internet, Databases or any Online Public Access Catalog.
ACRL Standards (Higher Education IL Standards)
Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently
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Selects the most appropriate investigative methods or information retrieval systems for accessing the needed information
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Constructs and implements effectively-designed search strategies
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Refines the search strategy if necessary
Uses information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose
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Applies new and prior information to the planning and creation of a particular product or performance
Understands many of the economic, legal and social issues surrounding the use of information and accesses and uses information ethically and legally
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Acknowledges the use of information sources in communicating the product or performance
AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner
Learners use skills, resources, & tools to:
1. Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.
1.1 Skills
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1.1.4 Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.
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1.1.8 Demonstrate mastery of technology tools for accessing information and pursuing inquiry.
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1.1.9 Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding.
1.2 Dispositions in Action
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1.2.2 Demonstrate confidence and self-direction by making independent choices in the selection of resources and information.
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1.2.3 Demonstrate creativity by using multiple resources and formats.
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1.2.5 Demonstrate adaptability by changing the inquiry focus, questions, resources, or strategies when necessary to achieve success.
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1.2.6 Display emotional resilience by persisting in information searching despite challenges.
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1.2.7 Display persistence by continuing to pursue information to gain a broad perspective.
1.3 Responsibilities
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1.3.5 Use information technology responsibly.
1.4 Self-Assessment Strategies
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1.4.1 Monitor own information-seeking processes for effectiveness and progress, and adapt as necessary.
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1.4.3 Monitor gathered information, and assess for gaps or weaknesses.
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1.4.4 Seek appropriate help when it is needed.
- Subject: K-12: Technology
National Content Standards (K-12)
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Understands the nature and operation of systems