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Research Model
FOCUS, INVESTIGATE, NOTE, DEVELOP, AND SCORE
This is a "Five Step" process students should consider when doing an assignment that requires research.
Focus On Information Need
• Narrow Or Broaden Topic And Write a Thesis Sentence.
• Determine How Much Information Is Needed.
• Define Search Terms.
• Outline A Search Plan and a Timeline.
Investigate Resources To Search For Answer
• Locate Collections Such As Fiction, Nonfiction, Reference, Biography, Nonprint, And E-Resources.
• Apply Evaluative Criteria To Select The Best Resources To Answer The Search Question.
• Demonstrate An Understanding Of How Information Is Organized And Located.
• Exhibit Responsible Care And Use Of Materials, E-Resources, Equipment, And Facilities.
Note And Evaluate Facts And Ideas To Answer The Question
• Read, Evaluate, And Select Information To Answer Search Need.
• Take Notes And Record Data Required For Citations.
• Analyze Information Gathered And Compare With Research Need.
• Organize Notes For Clarity, Coherence, And Emphasis.
Develop Information Into Knowledge For Presentation
• Select A Presentation Format Appropriate For The Topic, Audience, Purpose, Content, And Technology Available.
• Analyze And Synthesize Collected Information.
• Use Resources And Technology To Create And Present A Quality Product.
• Demonstrate Effective Interpersonal Communication Skills To Share Ideas And Information With Others.
Score Presentation And Search Process
• Apply Or Develop Evaluative Criteria For Information Problem Or Product.
• Reflect On The Search Process, Noting Strengths And Weaknesses.
• Make Recommendations For Ways To Improve Search Strategies.
• Narrow Or Broaden Topic And Write a Thesis Sentence.
• Determine How Much Information Is Needed.
• Define Search Terms.
• Outline A Search Plan and a Timeline.
Investigate Resources To Search For Answer
• Locate Collections Such As Fiction, Nonfiction, Reference, Biography, Nonprint, And E-Resources.
• Apply Evaluative Criteria To Select The Best Resources To Answer The Search Question.
• Demonstrate An Understanding Of How Information Is Organized And Located.
• Exhibit Responsible Care And Use Of Materials, E-Resources, Equipment, And Facilities.
Note And Evaluate Facts And Ideas To Answer The Question
• Read, Evaluate, And Select Information To Answer Search Need.
• Take Notes And Record Data Required For Citations.
• Analyze Information Gathered And Compare With Research Need.
• Organize Notes For Clarity, Coherence, And Emphasis.
Develop Information Into Knowledge For Presentation
• Select A Presentation Format Appropriate For The Topic, Audience, Purpose, Content, And Technology Available.
• Analyze And Synthesize Collected Information.
• Use Resources And Technology To Create And Present A Quality Product.
• Demonstrate Effective Interpersonal Communication Skills To Share Ideas And Information With Others.
Score Presentation And Search Process
• Apply Or Develop Evaluative Criteria For Information Problem Or Product.
• Reflect On The Search Process, Noting Strengths And Weaknesses.
• Make Recommendations For Ways To Improve Search Strategies.