Search the California Content Standards

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The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information.

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Draw conclusions and make informed decisions: a. Use more than one resource, when needed, to verify and determine accuracy.

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information.

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Use information and technology creatively to answer a question, solve a problem, or enrich understanding: a. Use a thesaurus to edit and revise manuscripts to improve the meaning and focus of writing.

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The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources.

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Recognize the need for information: a. Recognize that accurate and comprehensive information is the basis of informed decision making. b. Determine and use appropriate “pre-search” strategies (e.g., brainstorming, recall of prior knowledge).

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources.

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Formulate appropriate questions: a. Identify related key words, terms, and synonyms for the research topic and information needed. b. Demonstrate the ability to create effective searches in print and online by identifying appropriate key words.

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources.

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Identify and locate a variety of resources online and in other formats by using effective search strategies: a. Identify and locate multiple sources of information that provide a broad view of research topics and questions (e.g., books, reference materials, online sources, periodicals). b. Perform a search of the automated library catalog to locate resources for a particular purpose. c. Use the automated library catalog to locate resources in other libraries and use interlibrary loan, if available. d. Use the World Wide Web, including search engines and browsers, to locate information. e. Demonstrate proper and responsible use of technology and other library materials. f. Demonstrate use of outside sources to obtain information (e.g., Web sites of public libraries and colleges, online databases). g. Compare and contrast the benefits of using open-source media, subscription databases, print media, and visual media to answer a research question. h. Demonstrate knowledge of current applications available online (e.g., photo organizer, presentation generator, document creator, video conferencing). i. Recognize that specialized encyclopedias differ in arrangement, emphasis, and indexing. j. Use Boolean search techniques and other limiters or expanders to locate appropriate resources. k. Identify the authority of an author or sponsoring organization in print and online materials. l. Identify information that supports the question but may not directly answer it. m. Describe how articles and publications in print may appear different digitally.

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources.

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Retrieve information in a timely, safe, and responsible manner: a. Understand and practice the basics of safe use of the Internet. b. Accurately record citation information for each type of resource used. c. Use several facts from visual or audio media to support a hypothesis. d. Restate facts and details taken from an information source (print, nonprint, or digital) and organize those ideas for notetaking by using techniques such as outlining, webbing, flowcharting, and so on.

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The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information.

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Demonstrate ethical, legal, and safe use of information in print, media, and online resources: a. Practice safe handling of personal information online. b. Recognize academic uses of social networking sites and understand how to use them safely (e.g., know how to adjust privacy settings). c. Articulate and follow the rules for online use at school. d. Identify types of programs that can damage a computer (e.g., virus, worm, Trojan horse, spyware). e. Practice ethical behavior in online interactions. f. Identify what constitutes an “uncomfortable” interaction online and how to handle it effectively. g. Identify urban legends and hoaxes spread through e-mail and the Internet. h. Understand how to provide limited copyright and authorize use of original works (e.g., Creative Commons).

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information.

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Draw conclusions and make informed decisions: a. Analyze evidence to support a research question.

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information.

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Use information and technology creatively to answer a question, solve a problem, or enrich understanding: a. Choose an appropriate format to produce, communicate, and present information (e.g., written report, multimedia presentation, graphic presentation).

Overarching Standard Description:
The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources.

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Recognize the need for information: a. Recognize the need for specific information in preparing research reports and persuasive compositions and in delivering informative presentations.