Teaching for Information Literacy

The ability to effectively find, use and share information necessitates taking the time to determine what is known about a topic, acquire background knowledge, ask good questions and process information using graphic organizers and mind mapping programs.

This section of the problem-solving or research process covers the following:

• Activating prior knowledge
• Obtaining background information and knowledge by reading, viewing, listening and talking
• Collecting and documenting a wide variety of sources by using print and online tools
• Getting a general overview of topic
• Narrowing and finding focus