Information Literacy Search Strategies, Tools & Resources for High School Students (Professional Growth Series) [Paperback]

Zorana Ercegovac (Author)

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A handbook that gives multiple research strategies for using print and electronic reference tools. The objectives of the book are to provide students with the skills to plan their research, organize their preparation for searching, find a variety of resources on their selected topic and think critically about them, and cite the works used in their own writings. A matrix in the preface indicates scope of the chapter, appendixes related to those chapters, and "Think Guides" related to chapter content. Topics range from basic research skills to searching and evaluating Internet sources. More than 100 Web sources are cited throughout the book. One chapter is devoted to "Citing in Style and Summarizing." Basic reference sources are not ignored. A matrix exercise on the "Best Source" for biographical information is an excellent method for teaching this skill. Dictionaries and other "fact" books are also included. The appendixes include an Acceptable Use Agreement, a pre- and post-test of Information Literacy Skills, and examples for collaborative projects. The annotated bibliography relates to an array of information-literacy issues. This survey of various models should be especially useful in establishing a program for a district or an individual school.

Mary Lankford, Texas Education Agency, Austin

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Linworth (2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158683021X
• ISBN-13: 978-1586830212
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,819,064 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dr. Ercegovac, trained as a concert pianist, became interested in a variety of ways people learn, understand, and process information (visual, technological, civic, music, literary, health, and numerical). This led her to studying how teens read (and write, speak, think), apply their knowledge in a variety of new situations, use technologies, and communicate. The books that she has published are products of her interest, research, and daily experiences with 7-12th grade students, teachers, parents, administrators, and stakeholders. If you want your child to succeed in the 21st century college and life-long activities, this book is for you. It is classroom tested, student-centered, flexible, and easy to use by anyone who is interested in taming Google searches, becoming critical thinker, confident scholar, and independent researcher. For further details and to get updated websites to more than 170 web links that the book contains, go to http://infoen.net

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5.0 out of 5 stars information literacy search strategies, tools and resources, January 24, 2002

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This review is from: Information Literacy Search Strategies, Tools & Resources for High School Students (Professional Growth Series) (Paperback)

This title is an excellent addition to information literacy publications that were mostly directed toward practicing media specialists. While this book is useful in this regard, it is also suitable as a resource book for high school students as well as for college students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Special features include Think Guides, appendices, annotated bibliography, and worked out examples throughout this volume. There are over 100 web sites as well as printed sources. Evaluation of internet sources is well covered. Recommended for 7-12 schools as well as community colleges.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars information literacy search strategies, tools and resources, January 24, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Information Literacy Search Strategies, Tools & Resources for High School Students (Professional Growth Series) (Paperback)

This title is an excellent addition to information literacy publications that were mostly directed toward practicing media specialists. While this book is useful in this regard, it is also
suitable as a resource book for high school students as well as
for college students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Special features include Think Guides, appendices, annotated bibliography, and worked out examples throughout this volume. There are over 100 web sites as well as printed sources. Evaluation of internet sources is well covered. Recommended for 7-12 schools as well as community colleges.