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Handout based on Carol Collier Kuhlthau’s Information Search Process. “The process of research and writing is a recursive process. As you search for and read sources of information your thoughts and ideas will begin take shape, new questions will develop, and your understanding of an issue will deepen. You may encounter information new to you, … Continue reading
A research log documents your search strategies and sources chosen. Use this log to document the research you do in order to complete your annotated bibliography and first draft. Essentially this is a diary of all the research you have done including search strategies and notes on sources. Documenting your research process helps you think … Continue reading
Goal: to help students explore their topics by conversing about their ideas, gathering keywords and concepts. Some students need explicit instruction in identifying keywords. Outcomes: Identify concepts, keywords, and background information related to their broad topic in order to search for relevant information Materials needed: Concept map & keyword worksheet OR blank paper Computers (if students … Continue reading
I use this informal questionnaire as students enter the class so I can determine if they have used a database before, if they know the difference between searching a database and the WWW and gauging where they are at with their projects so far. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uDJj-NKnSWBvyfRm-6b8UXbRySDdd6ricWk6r8x1eaM/edit?usp=sharing
Program level rubric used for Integrative Studies general education program. https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzxySKpaoE28YWk0U2Rla1VYeFU/edit?usp=sharing
Used for session 1 ITW fall 2011 https://docs.google.com/document/d/16XP6hWllwyJaAvcHoz6LFqwsb7zrzlzsAAWOcF-7vgc/edit?usp=sharing
Used for ITW session 1 Spring 2012 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OvBX9FeQeYmTztndqgmyg3CjUZmRtEVnkM2ttxSY5s0/edit?usp=sharing
Handout on how to formulate a research question. Click here to view and download from GoogleDocs.
This exercise asks students to compare a variety of reference sources and to use those sources to gather keywords. Reference entry (Britannica, Credo) v. Wikipedia Goal: Students recognize gathering background information as part of the research process, find topic in a reference book (online or in print) and find topic in a wikipedia entry and … Continue reading
Research log and worksheet often used in ITW. It includes an MLA citation section as well. Helps students to set up their key words in a format for databases and using Boolean. Click here to preview and download from Google Docs.
This exercise takes the whole class but is best used for a class where the use of a variety of materials is required. Used primarily in IHCOMM171. Publication Timeline Goal: students will create a physical timeline from when an event happens, through the publication cycle Program Outcomes: Students identify appropriate potential information sources as part … Continue reading
Goal: students will begin the process of narrowing their topic and identifying keywords to use when searching for information. Outcomes: (outcome 1) Narrow a topic, from broad to focused (outcome 2) Extract and identify the main concepts and key words from a research question/topic and identify synonyms Materials needed: Research Process handout (one for each … Continue reading
Tips for Listing Keywords: advice on how to generate keywords for your topic; includes examples. Created for ITW. Click here to view, print, download or save.
IMG-Concept Map Ex: “Vegetarianism.” Used as a model when having students create their own concept maps. Preview below; right-click to copy or save image.
Worksheet where students use Credo Reference (an online aggregated encyclopedia) and VisuWords (http://www.visuwords.com/ – online graphical dictionary) as “background sources” to develop keywords. Students then use Libguides and the library website to find a book and an article. Click here to preview and download from Google Docs.
Goal: to help students explore their topics by conversing about their topic ideas. Outcomes: Narrow a topic, from broad to focused Identify concepts related to their broad topic Identify background information for their broad topic in order to understand the related issues. Materials needed: blank paper or Concept Map worksheet sticky notes tape Computer with … Continue reading
Worksheet that walks students through the process of narrowing their topic and identifying search terms. Created for ITW: Inventing Our Way. Click here to preview and download from Google Docs.
Map for stage six of the research process,ending information collection: “End Information Collection.” Preview below; right-click to copy or save image.
Map for stage five of the research process: “Collecting Information.” Based on Kuhlthau’s information search process. Preview below; right-click to copy or save.
Map for stage four of the research process: “Focus.” Based on Kuhlthau’s information search process. Preview below; right-click to copy or save image.
Map for stage three of the research process: “Explore.” Based on Kuhlthau’s information search process. Preview below; right-click to copy or save image.
Map for stage two of the research process: “What is the Topic?” Based on Kuhlthau’s information search process. Preview below; right-click to preview or save.
Map for stage one of the research process: “The Assignment.” Based on Kuhlthau’s information search process. Preview below; right-click to copy or save image.
The Research Log handout (preview below; click to view, print or save in Google Docs): one-page handout that explains what a research log is, why to use one, and what the components are. Offers helpful hints for keeping a research log.
Worksheet exploring the research process. Click here to preview and download from GoogleDocs.
Worksheet contains a grid where students can record date, resources and search terms used, and results. Click here to download as word doc.
Handout on how to conduct a literature review. Click here to view and download from GoogleDocs.
Bubbl.us is a free, online brainstorming tool. Use when doing concept maps with students. Click here to go to website; preview below. (Snapshot of site taken on 10/24/11)
Worksheet designed for use with students who are at the beginning of the research process, to help them formulate a plan for finding information. Click here to preview and download from GoogleDocs.
Keene Info Lit Bank 