Use current technology as a research and communication tool for personal interest, research, and clarification. 0401.4.2

Links verified on 10/26/2011

1. Critically Analyzing Information Sources - the emphasis here is on print sources
2. Evaluating Information Found on the Internet - a thoughtful guide to evaluating web and other Internet resources [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
3. Find it on the internet - introduce pupils to the basic ways of searching for information and how to keep safe on the internet
4. An Introduction to Research - [designed for grades 5-8] research a famous historical person using three sources of information (book, encyclopedia, and Internet); handouts and resources available for printing.
5. Research Begins Here - Finding the right material to support your papers is not hard when you know where to look!
6. Research Roadmap - an interactive online tutorial for students wanting an introduction to research skills from Humboldt State University Library
7. Using the Internet as a Source - [designed for grade 2] online quiz
8. Using references - [designed for Kindergarten] lesson plan explaining a variety of reference materials and a practice quiz

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