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Big6 Research Model
Step 1: Task Definition
1.1 Define the information problem
1.2 Identify Information needed
Step 2: Information Seeking Strategies
2.1 Determine all possible sources
2.2 Select the best sources
Step 3: Location and Access
3.1 Locate sources (intellectually and physically)
3.2 Find information within sources
Step 4: Use of Information
4.1 Engage (e.g. read, hear, view, touch)
4.2 Extract relevant information
Step 5: Synthesis
5.1 Organize from multiple sources
5.2 Present the information
Step 6: Evaluation
6.1 Judge the result (effectiveness)
6.2 Judge the process (efficiency)
To see the steps defined more click on the following link.
http://www.librarianonfire.com/projects/informationliteracy/big6_presentation2.htm
Research Tips
- take notes - don't copy and paste anything except for citation information
- check to see when the webpage was last updated
- utilize websites that are sponsored by professional organizations and institutions (look for website addresses ending in edu., .org or .gov)
- check the website for biasness
- use multiple formats for resources - print (books, journals, encylopedias), online databases, valid websites and professionals (people)
- do not procrastinate
Citing Resources
Our high school utilizes the MLA citation format. |
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http://www.oslis.org/resources/cm/mlacitationss |
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http://www.easybib.com/ |
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