Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grades 6-8

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Focus on the information need6-8.1

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    Identify area of inquiry, decide how much information is needed and develop a search plan. 6-8.1.1

    1. 1

      Work to develop a research action plan with timeline, keeping in mind and understanding online navigation procedures (e.g., toolbar, links, favorites or bookmarks). 6-8.1.1.1

      1. a

        Topic and subtopics;6-8.1.1.1.a

      2. b

        Keywords and alternate terms;6-8.1.1.1.b

      3. c

         Research questions;6-8.1.1.1.c

      4. d

        Thesis or statement of purpose; 6-8.1.1.1.d

      5. e

        Possible information sources; 6-8.1.1.1.e

      6. f

        People to provide assistance with research (e.g., teacher, subject specialists, media specialist and/or public librarian); and6-8.1.1.1.f

      7. g

        Due dates for project. 6-8.1.1.1.g

Investigate resources to search for answers6-8.2

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    Locate and evaluate relevant and reliable print and digital resources.6-8.2.1

    1. 1

      Use advanced search strategies to locate a variety of resources that represent a range of viewpoints and formats.6-8.2.1.1

      1. a

        Information need determines resources selected (e.g., newspaper, magazine, nonfiction, internet resource).6-8.2.1.1.a

      2. b

        Apply predetermined evaluative criteria for selection (e.g., relevancy, currency, authority, readability, primary vs. secondary sources). 6-8.2.1.1.b

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    Demonstrate an understanding of how information is organized and located. 6-8.2.2

    1. 1

      Understand organization of resources: 6-8.2.2.1

      1. a

        Headings, captions, keywords, glossaries, tables of contents and indexes;6-8.2.2.1.a

      2. b

        Alphabetical, numerical, topical, chronological or graphical; and6-8.2.2.1.b

      3. c

        Structure of the library (e.g., Dewey Decimal System). 6-8.2.2.1.c

Note and evaluate facts6-8.3

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    Read, evaluate and select information to answer search need; take notes and record data for citations.6-8.3.1

    1. 1

      Use literacy skills and content knowledge to select and analyze relevant details and concepts from a text or oral presentation. 6-8.3.1.1

      1. a

        Draw evidence from graphs, charts, tables, diagrams, maps, schedules, illustrations, photographs and other visuals to answer a research question;6-8.3.1.1.a

      2. b

        Compare topic coverage in multiple sources, noting point of view (e.g., opinion, bias) 6-8.3.1.1.b

    2. 2

      Record sources of materials used (e.g., author, title, place of publication, publisher, date of publication, URL, page number)6-8.3.1.2

    3. 3

      Observe ethical practices including paraphrasing and the selective use of quotations (e.g., avoids plagiarism) and recognize intellectual property rights, which includes the responsible use of online resources.6-8.3.1.3

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     Analyze information gathered and compare with research need. 6-8.3.2

    1. 1

      Review notes and/or information for clarity, coherence and completeness.6-8.3.2.1

    2. 2

      Revise and/or add new research questions based on information gathered and search for additional information as needed. 6-8.3.2.2

Develop information into knowledge for presentation6-8.4

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    Select a presentation format appropriate for the topic, audience and purpose. Communicate information and ideas using a variety of formats and media.6-8.4.1

    1. 1

      Choose a presentation method based on appropriateness and personal preference. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of presentation methods.6-8.4.1.1

    2. 2

      Plan product by integrating facts and exploring original ideas based on notes using an appropriate organizer (e.g., outlining, storyboarding, webbing).6-8.4.1.2

    3. 3

      Use the writing process; media, oral and visual techniques; and technology skills to create products that express new understandings about a topic.6-8.4.1.3

    4. 4

      Show respect for intellectual property rights of creators by creating bibliographies of sources used, including in-text citations following a consistent formatting style (e.g., MLA, APA, etc.). 6-8.4.1.4

Self-Evaluate presentation and search6-8.5

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    Reflect on the FINDS process applying evaluative criteria (e.g., rubric, objectives) noting strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement. 6-8.5.1

    1. 1

      Revise and edit the information product as needed. Evaluate the search process through oral discussion or writing exercises, identifying strengths and weaknesses with a peer, teacher or media specialist. 6-8.5.1.1

    2. 2

      Evaluate the search process by looking for areas that lack adequate evidence and identify areas that need additional support.6-8.5.1.2

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 8, Grade 7, and Grade 6
Where can I read the official document?
FINDS: Research Process Model 6th-8th Grade

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