Almanac+Lesson+3+-+September+22,+2011


 * Information Literacy - Almanac (Lesson 3) **
 * Wednesday - May 2, 2012 **
 * Class Period Outline **

1. Class completes Prezi Presentation from yesterday's class.

2. Class learns how to search for information in an almanac in preparation for completing the "Almanac: Research" worksheet. Students take notes on the following:

Research Process
 * Forming a question.
 * Forming a research plan. [Identifying keywords.]
 * Performing the (re)search.
 * Reassessing the original question.
 * Sharing findings.

Students Practice
 * Composing research questions. Think up three things you are interested in and which an almanac is likely to contain information about.
 * Keyword brainstorming. Practice thinking up keywords to use when researching for the following questions.
 * Where is the tallest building in the world located?
 * Where in the world does the most annual rainfall occur?
 * Who holds the world record for speed eating?
 * What country has the 5th largest population in the world?
 * What team won the World Series in 1950?
 * What is the most successful company in the world?
 * Write in your Interactive Notebook: Almanac Tips
 * Keep in mind what an almanac is good for: finding facts and statistics quickly.
 * Always brainstorm keywords to use during your research.
 * Using the keywords search in the INDEX and TABLE OF CONTENTS to figure out where the information you are looking for is located.
 * When skimming through text, use boldfaced titles, italicized words, and headings to guide your searching.

Homework: None