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Information Skills — Grade 8

Goal 4, Objective 4.03

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

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Literature Biography Project
For this project, students will learn to develop the various processes used in researching and writing a biographical research paper, including brainstorming, notetaking, outlining, creating a bibliography, and writing the final draft. This project is designed to act as an independent study geared toward AG or Level 3 and Level 4 students, but each step in the research process can also be taught directly to students in the classroom.
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Information Skills and English Language Arts)
By Sandra Dail.

Lesson plans on the web

Lewis and Clark: A Legacy to Remember
Students design a memorial that illustrates the legacy of the Lewis and Clark expedition from a geographic perspective. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 and 8 Information Skills, English Language Arts, and Social Studies)
Provider: National Geographic
Nearsightedness
This lesson gives students the opportunity to examine the nature of scientific research in the context of research pertaining to myopia, or nearsightedness. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Information Skills)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Would you have helped out?
Students will investigate the dangers faced by escaping slaves and their helpers on the Underground Railroad. Students consider whether they would have helped the escaping slaves. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Information Skills, English Language Arts, Guidance, and Social Studies)
Provider: National Geographic