Secondary Information Literacy Curriculum ­ Grades 6­12 Articulate the need for information Students will be able to: define information literacy and explain why it is important. explain the concept of lifelong learning. demonstrate problem solving and decision making strategies to assist with topic selection for research assignments. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self generated question) or solve a problem. Select appropriate tools and resources Students will be able to: make appropriate decisions for the selection of resources when presented with a need for information. use a variety of sources including print, electronic databases, web, and professionals in a field of study. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #8: Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources. Determine the extent of information necessary Students will be able to: formulate research questions based on information needs. determine and revise research topics with regard to scope (broad vs. narrow). College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #7: Generate additional, related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration. Answer a question (including a self generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate. Search resources effectively Students will be able to: utilize keywords as part of their search strategy when searching electronic catalogs, databases and web search engines. perform advanced searches including the use of boolean operators in electronic catalogs, databases and web search engines. navigate a variety of electronic databases including variations in search strategies and search tools located within the databases. create “strings” of search terms and keywords related to the original search (synonyms). find and use alternate subject headings, for example, those listed in library catalogs or databases. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #8: Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using search terms and advanced searches effectively. Critically evaluate information from a variety of electronic and print formats Students will be able to: judge the usefulness of information based on date published/updated, the author and author’s credentials, and the potential for bias. compare and contrast information for its reliability and validity. determine personal use vs. academic need when considering websites found through search engines. use a wiki, such as Wikipedia, to locate other sources if necessary, but avoid wikis as cited sources. consult and use a variety of sources when researching. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #8: Assess the credibility and accuracy of each source. Assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question. Assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the specific task, purpose, and audience. Analyze, organize and synthesize information retrieved Students will be able to: draw conclusions from information found through research and incorporate those conclusions into a final product. create new knowledge as the result of research. avoid plagiarism by practicing paraphrasing skills. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #7, 8, 9: Synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. Integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas. Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection and research. Communicate using a variety of information technologies Students will be able to: utilize a variety of communication and technology tools which best serve individual academic needs for college and career readiness. employ critical thinking skills to determine the best technology tool for the right purpose. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #8 & 9: Integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas. Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection and research. Understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding the use of information Students will be able to: define and avoid plagiarism and its consequences. define intellectual property and copyright. explain the reasons for citing information. consult a variety of resources for assistance with writing citations. create citations using MLA format and other formats as deemed necessary. College & Career Readiness Anchor Standard #8: Quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source while following a standard format for citation. Resources: Course Syllabus Fall 2006, LIB 1101 ­ Information Literacy (Course Objectives), Dowling College, Long Island, NY, Lecturer: Judy Venard. Ohio Department of Education, Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects 6­12, Research to Build and Present Knowledge, p. 78. revised 11/21/2014