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Reference, Research & Reading
Learning Resources & Instructional MaterialsSecondary SessionJanuary 16th, 2009
Information Literacy
Sunshine State Standards
FCAT Data
Curriculum Connections
What is Reference and Research?
Think of students as “Infotectives... a student thinker capable of asking great questions about data in order to convert the data into information
and eventually insight.”
Creating Critical Thinkers
McKenzie, Jamie. (1998). Grazing the Net: Raising a Generation of Free Range Students
Locates, organizes and interprets information
Uses a variety of reference materials
Synthesizes information into useful information such note cards, spreadsheets and outlines.
Student checks the validity and accuracy of information, strong vs. weak argument
Grades 6-8 Old LA.A 2.3.5 2.3.6 2.3.7 2.3.8
Sunshine State Standards
Sunshine State Standards
Locates, organizes and interprets information
Uses a variety of reference materials
Synthesizes information into useful information such note cards, spreadsheets and outlines.
Synthesizes information from multiple sources to draw conclusions.
Grades 9-10 Old LA.A. 2.4.4 LA.A. 2.4.6 LA.A.2.4.8
NEW Sunshine State Standards
Select a topic for inquiry
Locate, use, and analyze information from text features
Use information from text to answer questions related to main idea
Identify characteristics (structure) of various types of text
Record information related to text
Organize information to show understanding through mapping, paraphrasing, compare and contrast, and summarizing.)
(currently under revision)
Cognitive Complexity
Sunshine State Standards BenchmarksGrades 6-8
Item Type
Grade 6Item Type
Grade 7Item Type
Grade 8
LA. A.2.3.5LA.A.2.3.6LA.A.2.3.7LA.A.2.3.8
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceShort Response Extended Response
FCAT Item Specifications for Reference and Research
Cluster 4
FCAT Item Specifications for Reference and Research Cluster
Sunshine State Standards BenchmarksGrades 9-10
Item Type
Grade 9Item Type
Grade 10
LA. A.2.4.4.LA.A.2.4.6.LA.A.2.4.8.
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice Short Response Extended Response
Grade 8 Sample Short Response
• Discuss the methods of…. described in the article. Explain why the methods did or did not work. Use details and information from the article to support your answer
• What information in the article supports the author’s statement…. Use details and information from the article to support your answer
Grade 10 Sample Short Response
• You have been asked to write a science report summarizing information found in the article. In your report include a brief summary of the main points and why the information might be useful for future study.
Teaching Implications
When checking comprehension and questioning avoid “literal” references:
Low Level Questions to AVOID!
On what page? In which chapter? In what kind of reference book would you find information about?
Teaching Implications 6-8
• Practice locating and verifying details, critically analyzing text
• Practice drawing correct conclusions, strong arguments to support answers
• Understanding of text structure and supporting details
• Use of graphic organizers, note-taking, summarizing skills, reading a variety of text
Teaching Implications 9-10
• Practice analyzing author’s intent
• Practice evaluating text and identifying supporting details that supports the premise
• Introduce companion poetry to instruction, compare two or more texts, identify metaphors, tone imagery and voice
Typical Distracters for Cluster 4
• Incorrect use of reference materials
• Incorrect or irrelevant information from the resource material
• Incorrect conclusions or generalizations based on the stimulus
Take time to discuss the “why” behind wrong answers
FCAT Analysis 2007 Grade 6
FCAT Passage Attributes
• Passage and sources should focus on one or more topics
• Include grade appropriate sources, maps, charts, photos, excerpts, reference materials
• Reference materials should look like those found in textbooks or library reference materials.
• Refer the FCAT Topics for Core Subjects when designing media lessons and projects.
When selecting resources for your instruction:
Forms of Text
Source: FCAT Handbook––A Resource for Educators
Cluster 4 Passage Distribution
Source: FCAT Handbook––A Resource for Educators
Cluster 4 Distribution
Source: FCAT Handbook––A Resource for Educators
Lessons Learned
Students who can make connections and draw successful conclusions find success in FCAT Cluster 4.
Grade 6 Cluster 4 Successful students can….
• Draw conclusions; AND
• Identify supporting details that verify the conclusion
• Distinguish between strong and weak support
Source: FCAT Lessons Learned -Data Analyses and Instructional Implications
http://fcat.fldoe.org/lessonslearned.asp
Grade 7 Cluster 4 Successful students can….
• • Differentiate between validity and accuracy
• • Go back to the text to confirm conclusion
• • Differentiate between characters in a text
Source: FCAT Lessons Learned -Data Analyses and Instructional Implicationshttp://fcat.fldoe.org/lessonslearned.asp
Grade 8 Cluster 4 Successful students can….
• • Differentiate between validity and accuracy when considering facts
• • Include relevant details to support a response
Source: FCAT Lessons Learned -Data Analyses and Instructional Implications
http://fcat.fldoe.org/lessonslearned.asp
Grades 9-10 Cluster 4Successful students can..
• Read the entire text
• Make connections between author text and character quotations, validate a quotation
• Determine voice or tone of poem
• Determine character traits
• Interpret figurative language
Source: FCAT Lessons Learned -Data Analyses and Instructional Implications
http://fcat.fldoe.org/lessonslearned.asp
Reference, Research, & Reading
Florida Research Model
FINDS & Sunshine State Standards
Select a topic for inquiry (FOCUS)
Locate, use, and analyze information from text features (INVESTIGATE)
Use information from text to answer questions related to main idea
Identify characteristics (structure) of various types of text
Record information related to text (NOTE & EVALUATE)
Organize information to show understanding through mapping, paraphrasing, compare and contrast, and summarizing. (DEVELOP)
Use FINDSto guide
your studentsthrough
the researchprocess and
inquiry basedlearning.
FINDSFINDS
http://www.sunlink.ucf.edu/
What is my assignment or problem to be
solved?
What are my questions?
What information is needed?
FOCUSFOCUS
InvestigateInvestigateWhere are my
sources located?
What sources should I use?
Where is the information within each
source?
NOTESNOTES
How do I take notesin my own words?
Which facts do I need to create a
citation?
Do I have all the information I need?
DEVELOP DEVELOP INFORMATIONINFORMATION
FORFORPRESENTATIONPRESENTATION
How do I present the information?
Are my conclusions based on research?
How do I integrate technology to
enrich, publish, or present my project?
SCORESCORE
Was my researchprocess efficient
and effective?
Did I present theinformation in the
best way?
FINDS & Informational Text
FINDS & Fiction
FINDS & Novel Extensions
Instructional Strategies
FINDS and Informational Text
Pre-Reading: Check out the Framework
FINDS and Informational Text
During reading: Connect to the main idea with a graphic organizer such as a fishbone
for cause and effect
FINDS and Informational TextAfter reading: Connect to the main idea by using higher level questioning that requires students to “create” their answer through
application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
FINDS: Digging Deeper with Fiction
“Many children are not so engaged when they read. They don’t know when they’re
comprehending. They don’t know when they are not. They don’t know whether it is critical for
them to comprehend a given piece. And if they don’t comprehend, they don’t know what to do
about it.”
Keene, Ellin Oliver and Zimmerman, Susan. Mosaic of Thought. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, 1997.
According to Mosaic of Thought,
proficient readers:
Make different types of connections to the text
Text-to-SelfText-to-Text
Text -to-World
Spontaneously generate questions
Ask questions to clarify meaning
Recognize that if the answer is not in text, they will need to infer it
Are aware that as they hear other’s questions, new ones are inspired in the their own minds
According to Mosaic of Thought,
proficient readers:
FINDS and FictionMake connections between different types of
passages with common themes
After reading informational text on a topic, have students
read a literary piece or poem and identify the connection
between the texts
TEXT-TO-TEXT CONNECTION
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FINDS: Novel ExtensionsIdentify a theme or topic that requires further
research, exploration, or cross-curricular study.
Turn passive readers into active readers by integrating technology and inquiry-based
learning into reading instruction.
Podcasts, Google Lit Trips, E-Zines, wikis and blogs are just a few examples of how
technology can be used to extend novels, giving students a chance for real world application.
FINDS: Novel Extensions
Google Lit Trips
combine digital
literacy, technolog
y and reading skills.
FINDS: Novel Extensions
BEEP resource: teachingbooks.net Author Interviews
Multimedia presentations of research through podcasts, student created videos and
Jack Gantos
FINDS & Informational Text
FINDS & Fiction
FINDS & Novel Extensions
FINDS Re-cap
LRIM workshops
Online course with Virtual University on FINDS model.
Where can I learn more aboutFINDS and Reference & Research?
• FCAT Item Specifications
http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatis01.asp
• Reports on the 2007 Assessment
http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatflwrites.asp
• FCAT Lessons Learned -Data Analyses and Instructional Implications
http://fcat.fldoe.org/lessonslearned.asp
• FCAT Released Tests & Questions
http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatrelease.asp
• Florida Achieves
http://cim.florida-achieves.com/
State Instructional Resources: