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Step 7: Evaluate
In this step, students apply metacognition as they reflect upon the success of their research design and execution. They demonstrate adaptability by changing the inquiry focus, questions, resources, or strategies, if necessary, in order to address their information needs successfully.
Cognitive Skill Levels |
Reflect on the process : Metacognition; Evaluation |
Reflect on the product : Metacognition; Evaluation |
Demonstrate adaptability : Inference; Persistence |
Indicators Addressed |
Skills for Success |
Thinking Skills 2.3
The student will demonstrate strategic thinking in a variety of situations to make effective decisions and achieve goals.
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2.3.A.a
The student will demonstrate an awareness of his or her own thinking and that of others.
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2.3.A.d
The student will monitor, evaluate, and make necessary adjustments in goals, plans or actions.
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Communication Skills 3.4
The student will evaluate communication experiences in a variety of situations.
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3.4.A.b
The student will evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and technologies for the audience, purposes, and situation.
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Library Media |
5.1
Evaluate one's own information-seeking process and product.
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5.1.6
Continuously monitor and adjust the steps taken to answer an information need or create a product. |
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5.2
Devise strategies for improving the information-seeking process and product. |
5.2.6
Continuously monitor information needs and select appropriate strategies to resolve them.
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MD Tech Literacy for Students |
6.0
Demonstrate ability to use technology and develop strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions.
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6.0.8.A.4.c
Defend the selection of the specific technology tools used to organize information.
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6.0.8.B.1.b
Evaluate the appropriateness of media formats for communicating data.
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Instructional Examples |
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Use the links below to explore instructional aspects of this step in further depth:
To be added: Student Research Workbook
Social Studies Research / Pre-search / Question / Plan / Gather / Sift & Sort / Synthesize / Evaluate / Produce
The research steps are based on the Research Cycle developed by Jamie McKenzie.
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