Back to the Age of Exploration
Teacher Tips and Tools for Information Literacy Skills
Unit:
 Grade 5 Social Studies
Maryland Voluntary State Curriculum

Indicator
2. Explain the significance and chronology of key historical events during the age of European exploration

BCPS
Library Media Indicators 9, 10, 11:
 Use reference skills in order to locate information in a variety of sources. (LG-3)

Use research skills in order to evaluate, select, record, and reorganize information. (LG-3)

Use critical thinking skills in order to solve research problems. (LG-3)
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2A
1. Match resources to topic of interest or need.
3A
1. Students will use print resources efficiently and effectively.
3. Students will use computer/online/digital resources efficiently and effectively.
7. Use appropriate graphic organizers or note cards to record relevant information. 
8. Use own words to capture concepts and avoid plagiarism.
5A
2. Apply critical thinking and problem solving strategies.
6A
1. Make decisions to facilitate effective communication of ideas.

AASL Standards for the 21st-Century Learner

Learners use skills, resources and tools to:

  • Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.
  • Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.
  • Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.
  • Pursue Personal and aesthetic growth.
ISTE NETS for Students

Performance Standards and Indicators:

GRADES 3-5

 3. Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology, and discuss consequences of misuse. (2)
5. Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning throughout the curriculum. (3, 6)
Design, develop, publish, and present products (e.g. Web pages, videotapes) using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom. (4,5,6)
8. Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems. (5,6)

Last update June 2010

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