LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 4

The learner will EXPLORE and USE research processes to meet information needs.

Objective 4.03

Develop a search strategy which includes the continuous evaluation of the research process and the information gathered.

Resources aligned to this objective

George Washington's Obituary
The following lesson will introduce students to the research process--formulating questions, choosing resources, fact finding, and note-taking. After completing their research, they will write a short obituary for George Washington. Activities will integrate Reading, Language, Social Studies, Writing, and Computer Skills.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills, English Language Arts, and Social Studies)
By Kathy Blades.
Research Frenzy
Students will use a variety of reference materials to complete a trivia-question scavenger hunt assignment. Within the context of this assignment, students will be exposed to questions in many curriculum areas.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Information Skills and English Language Arts)
By Jan King.
A Virtual Scavenger Hunt At The Zoo!
Students will go on a scavenger hunt at the San Diego Zoo to find current information concerning the zoo.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills and Science)
By Ann Jenkins.

Lesson plans on the web

Lewis and Clark: Why Explore the Vast Unknown?
Students will learn about the goals and importance of the Lewis and Clark expedition. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills, English Language Arts, and Social Studies)
Provider: National Geographic
More Amazing Americans: A WebQuest
Students use the web to explore the lives of some celebrated Americans. Working in small groups, they complete a WebQuest, identifying facts and locating different types of information in order to determine the criteria used for selecting these “Amazing Americans.” (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Computer Technology Skills, Information Skills, Social Studies, and English Language Arts)
Provider: National Endowment for the Humanities
Research building blocks: Hints about print
Students examine abstracts of selected books to determine relevance and helpfulness. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Information Skills and Computer Technology Skills)
Provider: IRA/NCTE
STAR search: How do I find the book I need?
Introduces the STAR Search Process, which provides a set of steps and thinking processes for intermediate students to use in finding a library resource relevant to a specific information need. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Information Skills)
Provider: IRA/NCTE