Title:

All the Information in the Known Universe Makes Doing Research Fun and Easy 

Presenter:

Diane Culbertson 

Short Description:

Using the KYVL Kids Tutorial on how to do research, you will review the interactive, award-winning site and see how it relates to research projects for grades 3-6. 

Category:

Lab 

Length:

2 hour(s)

Skill Level:

Novice 

Long Description:

All the Information in the Known Universe is at the fingertips of intermediate students on KYVL. Learning how to do research is as easy as defining the subject, brain storming, considering what you know, thinking of similar ideas, developing a quest strategy, taking and organizing notes, using and sharing the information, and finally, evaluating the entire project.  

ISTE Standards:

*Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity. 5 Technology research tools *Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources. *Students use technology tools to process data and report results. *Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.  

Research:

The KYVL Kids Tutorial All the Information in the Known Universeuses the Big 6 research method. Developed by Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz, the Big6 is the most widely-known and widely-used approach to teaching information and technology skills in the world. Used in thousands of K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and corporate and adult training programs, the Big6 information problem-solving model is applicable whenever people need and use information. The Big6 integrates information search and use skills along with technology tools in a systematic process to find, use, apply, and evaluate information to specific needs and tasks. This web site cites some of the research done: http://www.big6.com/showcategory.php?cid=11 Also, the KYVL Tutorial for Kids is the winner of a Golden Web Award from the International Association of Webmasters and Designers.