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 * __Pre-Assessment__**

In pre-assessing the students, I know that the majority of their lessons regarding the study of Ancient Civilizations will come from their 6th grade Social Studies teacher. However, I am there to provide the materials to support their mastery of the material. Therefore my role is to provide an Information Literacy lesson plan tied in with the Social Studies lessons to ensure students can locate and utilize materials provided in the Library Media Center. I plan to use my Ancient Civilizations Pathfinder as a tool to guide students toward appropriate resources. I will cover the Pathfinder with the students, then give them their assignment. The students will use this assignment as a basis for a research report that must be completed in their Social Studies class.


 * __Standards__**

Information Literacy State Standards for 6th Grade: Access – Use –
 * Develops a range of strategies to gather information
 * Identifies potential sources of information and selects the best
 * Accesses a variety of formats
 * Extracts relevant information responsibly and accurately


 * __Instructional Objectives__**

A – Audience: TLW master the ability to locate and utilize effective resources B – Behavior: TLW work independently for the most part, however collaboration among students will not be discouraged by the instructor as long as it is deemed appropriate. C – Conditions: Mastery of concept will be determined by accurate completion of the attached worksheet. D – Degree: Students are expected to master this concept at least 90%.




 * __Materials, Media, and other Resources__**

For Instructor:
 * Lesson Plan
 * Worksheet
 * Computer with Internet access to demonstrate useage.
 * Overhead screen

For Students:
 * Ancient Civilizations Pathfinder
 * Worksheet of sources
 * Paper
 * Pen/pencil
 * Books retrieved from library
 * Periodicals from library
 * Computers in library
 * Internet access


 * __Set Induction__**

Gather students in the library. Show history clip to grab the attention of the students.


 * __Instructional Sequence__**


 * Librarian welcomes students into the library
 * Students will sit at tables
 * I will show students the clip
 * I will pass out worksheet
 * Instruct students how to complete assignment
 * Allow half of the students to look for print sources
 * Other half of students are instructed to go to computers and look for online sources.
 * Students will be allowed the rest of the class time to search for sources.
 * Students will submit worksheet to me once they have located their sources. This may not be completed in one class period as this assignment ties into the research report they will write.


 * __Closure__**

Students will use this lesson as an ongoing part of their Research Report. The learning is not exclusive to this assignment and will hopefully continue to shape their methods of researching.


 * __Adaptation and Extensions__**

While this is a magnet school lacking in students classified as lower-level learners, the school still has a wide array of students. Many work better in teams or groups. This is an independent assignment, however students are allowed to consult with one another. Students will also work at their own pace, allowing room for individual needs. The use of print resources plus online resources also allows flexibility.


 * __Assessment__**

If students accurately found the types of sources required, I will consider the objectives mostly met. However, I also plan to collaborate with the Social Studies teacher after the Research Reports are submitted and graded to elicit feedback on whether the sources were accurately and affectively used.