Research+Project

For this assignment you will explore a variety of research models that are frequently used with K-12 students as they research a variety of topics. Some models fit better with high school and middle school and others fit better for elementary. Many of them can be adapted for either level. As you explore the various research models you will record information on the Research Models Exploration Form. If you prefer to set up a Wiki or Google Doc you can post the URL in the assignment dropbox or post the completed form the assignment dropbox. You will explore the following research models (The links provided are just to get you started - you are not limited to the sources listed. As you search you will find other information sources): Pathways to Knowledge (Follett Information Skills Model – Marjorie Pappas and Ann Tepe http://www.k12.hi.us/~mkunimit/pathways.htm http://www.intime.uni.edu/model/information/appr.html Critical Thinking and Information Literacy Process Model http://www.bcps.org/offices/lis/models/tips/  Flip It Model – Alice Yucht http://www.aliceinfo.org/flipit/ The Research Cycle - Jamie McKenzie. http://questioning.org/index2.html http://www.fno.org/dec99/rcycle.html The Big 6 – Mike Eisenberg and Robert Berkowitz http://www.big6.com KidsConnect’s KCTools http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aboutaasl/aaslcommunity/quicklinks/k12students/aaslkctools.cfm Information Search Process - Carol Collier Kuhlthau http://www.asis.org/Bulletin/Feb-99/kuhlthau.html
 * Research Models Exploration Instructions **