TARGETED LEARNING STYLES
- Field Dependent
- Field Independent
- Global Understanding
- Analytical Understanding
- Active
- Reflective
- Visual
- Auditory
- Tactile
- Kinesthetic
Differentiating Instruction through Information Literacy, Technology, and Assistive Technologies:
- by Learning Styles and Preferences
- by Content & Process
Teacher Resources / TEACHER TIPS, TOOLS, & TUTORIALS
Grades K-5 Information Literacy Process ModelInteractive Research Guide
Grades 6-12 Information Literacy Process ModelInteractive Research Guide
ResourceWiki for Software, Assistive Technologies, Web 2.0 Tools, Digital Content, and Resources
TIME FRAME
Estimate the number of class periods for research, collaboration, and creation of product or presentation, etc.
TEACHER NOTES
- To facilitate the collaborative nature of this project, consider creating a project-based wiki or using another Web 2.0 tool (VoiceThread, MindMeister, Groupsite.com, etc.) to use as a collaborative workspace. See your Library Media Specialist for help, or visit or visit this Resource Wiki.
Grade Level,
Content Area & Unit
Essential Question or Enduring Understanding
MarylandState Curriculum
for Subject Area / Applicable standards, indicators, objectives including any numbers and letters
Standards for the 21st Century Learner (AASL)
/ 1.1.1 Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real-world connection for using this process in own life.
1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g. textual visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning.
2.1.1 Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical-thinking skills (analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge.
2.1.2 Organize knowledge so that it is useful.
2.1.6 Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.
3.1.1 Conclude an inquiry-based research process by sharing new understandings and reflecting on the learning.
3.1.6 Use information and technology ethically and responsibly.
4.1.8 Use creative and artistic formats to express personal learning.
Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students / 2.0 – Digital Citizenship: Practice ethical, legal, and responsible use of technology.
3.0 – Technology for Learning and Collaboration: Use a variety of technologies for learning and collaboration.
4.0 – Technology for Communication and Expression: Use technology to communicate information and express ideas using various media formats.
5.0 – Technology for Information Use and Management: Use technology to locate, evaluate, gather, and organize information and data.
6.0 – Technology for Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Demonstrate ability to use technology and develop strategies to solve problems and make informed decisions
National Educational Technology Standards for Students (ISTE) / 1. Creativity and Innovation: Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.
2. Communication and Collaboration: Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.
3. Research and Information Fluency: Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making: Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources.
5. Digital Citizenship: Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.
6. Technology Operations and Concepts: Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.
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