O. W. Erlewine Library - Big6

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Big6 Skill 1 - Task definition
What needs to be done? What information do I need to do this assignment?

Big6 Skill 2 - Information seeking strategies
What resources can I use? Make a list and circle the best sources.

Big6 Skill 3 - Location and Access
Where can I find these resources?
Do I need help? If so, who can help me?

Big6 Skill 4 - Use of information
What can I use from these resources? What do I do with the information?
---read, view, listen ---take notes ---make a chart ---write an essay
---answer questions ---copy and highlight ---properly cite
---other: __________________

Big6 Skill 5 - Synthesis
What product does this assignment require? (What do I need to turn in?)

Big6 Skill 6 - Evaluation
How will I know I did my job well?
---I did what I was supposed to do (see step 1)
---the assignment is complete.
---I have put my name and the date on it.


Last updated
August 2007