Unit 4 - Modifying an Information Literacy Lesson Plan Example

ETAP623 : Unit 4 - Modifying an Information Literacy Lesson Plan (Example) This page last changed on Jan 23, 2008 by wikiadm1. First Steps: The lesson plan I've chosen to modify as an example is called Evaluating Internet Resources and fulfills ACRL Standard 3 and AASL Standard 2. It begins with the statement "There is so much information to be found on the Internet, but how much of it is valid, useful information? The following criteria can help you evaluate sources carefully and critically." The original lesson continues on to give the criteria that can be used to [download/attachments/5997162/EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonOverview.doc ETAP6235694:effectively evaluate websites]. When modifying any lesson, there is no reason why original learning content cannot remain as part of the KB lesson. It is important to remember that information presented by the teacher still forms the basis for any and all learning that occurs. In the KB updated lesson, the teacher can start by presenting new information (or assisting students in recalling previously learned information), then let the students take it from there in the online learning environment of KF. Lesson Core: The original lesson has several [download/attachments/5997162/EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonActivity.doc ETAP6235694:group activities] associated with it. Rather than handing out these activities to the students, the modified KB lesson will have the websites from the activity placed in KF for students to use as resources as they will. The teacher will then monitor the conversations that occur in KF to see how the students utilize the information offered in the first lesson. As ideas continue to evolve in KF, the teacher contributes to the dialog as needed (without taking on any leadership role). From time to time the teacher can offer suggestions or leading 'why' questions that will help 'nudge' the students in a particular direction or correct any blatantly erroneous statements. Points to Remember: Utilizing KF for the first time will be a challenge for all. Be sure to take time to show the students the various features that are available in KF. Explain the concept of 'views', 'build-on', & 'rise-above'. Taking a step back as the instructor is a departure from traditional instructional models. KB/KF is student-centered, group learning at its most dynamic. It is important for the instructor to step back and let the students take ownership of their own learning by proposing activities and posing questions on their own. The teacher can certainly provide guidance, but the students must be the driving force. Ongoing traditional classroom discussion is still important. In KB, in-class instruction does not disappear entirely. The instructor should continue to make effective use of classroom time by bringing up points raised in KF and encouraging and guiding students as they choose to follow a particular avenue of inquiry. KB done correctly is a long-term endeavor. Studies have shown that KB works best when used over a long period of time, with lessons and units stretching across weeks or months. It can also transcend the study of a particular subject and cross over to a variety of other classroom lessons. Don't be afraid to take time with KB, it will be worth it. Don't hesitate to talk to teachers who have used KF in their classrooms. The Institute for Knowledge Innovation and Technology is a great place to find information on using KF to build knowledge. Unit 4 Modifying an Information Literacy Lesson Plan | Example | Unit 4 - Modifying an Information Literacy Lesson Plan Wrap-Up Attachments: [download/attachments/5997162/EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonOverview.doc EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonOverview.doc] (application/msword) [download/attachments/5997162/EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonActivity.doc EvaluatingInternetResources_LessonActivity.doc] (application/msword) [download/attachments/5997162/LessonPlan2.jpg LessonPlan2.jpg] (image/jpeg)

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