Independently formulates topic, question or problem to be researched, incorporating existing knowledge and revising topic according to information gathered. Skills include:

• Developing questions
• Determining topics/subtopics
• Determining keywords

Develops appropriate search strategies to efficiently locate information. Skills include:

• Recognizing type of information needed
• Knowledge of variety of sources of information
• Boolean logic/ keyword searches
• Indexes/Directories

Evaluates and selects information appropriate to the topic. Skills include:

• Determining relevancy of information
• Determining authority/credibility
• Determining bias
• Determining currency
• Note taking

Synthesizes (assembles) facts, opinions, and point of view appropriate to one’s work. Skills include:

• Developing topic
• Incorporate sufficient information
• Utilize appropriate format/organization
• Demonstrates knowledge of topic

Uses information responsibly and ethically. Skills include:

• Using complete bibliographic citations
• Adhering to copyright restrictions for print, non-print, and electronic sources

Opportunities to develop and apply these skills will be provided through a wide range of courses across all areas of the curriculum.

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