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**Grades 3-4** The students at these grade levels are making a critical transition from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” Information literacy skills at this point correspond to their newly acquired reading skills and their greater capacity for critical thinking. They should practice making connections, within literature, as well as with words. For example, they should be able to plan a search strategy for information by using keywords to help find the information using various sources such as a book index, a library catalog or an online site. Students should be able to synthesize information to organize and produce new meaning.

// Students will be able to define problems competently and identify information needs. // ||  || 1.5 With assistance, list the criteria for a research assignment. 1.6 Demonstrate overall understanding of the final product, e.g. “I need to create a… presentation, poster, essay, etc.” 1.7 Use the teacher selected essential question to develop a topic focus, e.g. “Why do leaves turn different colors in the fall?” 1.8 Gather background information by reading, viewing or listening to a variety of preselected and self-selected resources. 1.9 As a class, develop a student driven essential question. 1.10 Identify existing knowledge as well as additional information necessary to solve the problem. || // Students will be able to develop strategies to find information relevant to their question or personal need. // ||  || 2.9 Identify and use parts of a book to gather information: copyright, publisher, table of contents, index, glossary, etc. 2.10 Explain that there are different types of resources that can be used for different purposes: <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">books, databases, periodicals, pre-selected class websites, reference materials such as <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">dictionaries, encyclopedias, thesauruses, almanacs, etc. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">2.11 Identify key words to find information on a topic. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">2.12 With assistance, use the online catalog to find information sources in the school library. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">2.13 Web, map, or diagram a main topic with sub-topics. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">2.14 Develop a strategy for finding relevant information, including a variety of types of <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">resources.1.17 Read, listen, and watch from all relevant and appropriate sources to gain an overview of the topic. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// Students will be able to access and gather information efficiently and // <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// effectively. // ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.4 Understand the roles of the library teacher and library staff. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.5 Understand the organization of the library media center. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.6 Use the library catalog to locate information sources. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.7 With assistance, choose appropriate information source. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.8 With assistance, find information from maps and charts. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">3.9 Explore and develop understanding of how to gather information, including the use of table <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">of contents, index, and glossary. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">//. // Students will be able to: <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4a. evaluate resources for their appropriateness <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4b. select the best and most relevant information <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4c. practice ethical behavior and respect for intellectual property rights ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.2 With assistance, develop criteria for relevant information, including authority, accuracy, <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">objectivity, relevancy, and currency of source. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.3 Compare and contrast information from different sources.
 * **<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standards ** ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// By the end of fourth grade, students will continue to work on previous standards as necessary // // and will also be able to: // ||
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 1. Define an Information Task
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 2. Develop Information Seeking Strategies
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 3. Locate and Access Information
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 4. Use Information

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.8 Take notes using guided research forms to extract relevant information. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.9 Use provided graphic organizers and outlines to organize information logically. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.10 With assistance, choose appropriate order for information; e.g., chronological, alphabetical, topical, etc. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.11 With assistance, summarize and paraphrase information in own words.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.19 Define plagiarism. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.20 Using a provided format, create correct citations for text and images. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">4.21 Adhere to the provisions of the school’s Acceptable Use Policy. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// Students will organize new information from multiple sources to construct // <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// a product that communicates the results of their research // ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">5.4 With assistance, consider the purpose and audience for the product and/or presentation. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">5.5 Organize the information in a way which is appropriate for the assignment, project, or <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">question. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">5.6 Present a final product using an appropriate format: report, poster, electronic program, <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">web page or other medium of communication. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// Students will participate effectively in groups to pursue and generate // <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// information. // ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.6 Exhibit an understanding of the rights of other library users. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.7 Work cooperatively with others and share resources and materials. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.8 Discuss information and ideas with others, listen well and reformulate ideas when <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">appropriate. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.9 Use information sources, select information and ideas that will contribute directly to the <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">success of group projects. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.10 Respect others’ ideas and backgrounds and acknowledge their contributions. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.11 Encourage consideration of ideas and information from all group members. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.12 Participate actively in group discussions to analyze information products and solutions. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">6.13 Collaborate with others to design, develop and evaluate information products and suggest solutions. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// Students will evaluate both the research process and the final product.. // // This may include both self and peer evaluation. // ||  || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">7.4 Conference with peers, teachers, and library teacher during the creation of the product and <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">in final product evaluation. || <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">// Students will gain an increased enjoyment of literature and grow in their // // abilities to locate and select appropriate reading materials independently. // ||  ||   || <span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 110%; text-align: center;">** Massachusetts **** Technology Literacy Standards ** By the end of fifth grade, all students should have the opportunity to become familiar with the tools they will be expected to use with proficiency. Through this exposure, they will have gained a positive view of technology as a tool for learning. For example, electronic sources such as multimedia encyclopedias and teacher-previewed Web sites can be used to gather information for a report. Additionally, there are many developmentally appropriate applications for children: interactive books, graphic organizers, and writing assistants, as well as mathematical and scientific tools. Such tools can enhance learning for all children, including those with disabilities; for example, multimedia reading software reinforces literacy skills by providing visual and auditory feedback to early readers. These tools can be integrated appropriately in an effective lesson plan.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 5. Synthesize Information
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 6. Participate in Collaborative Activities
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 7. Evaluate the Process and the Product
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">Standard 8. Appreciate Literature
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Grades 3 through 5 – <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 110%;">Technology Standards and Expectations **

G3-5: 1.2 Select a printer, use print preview, and print a document with the appropriate page setup and orientation. G3-5: 1.3 Use various operating system features (e.g., open more than one application/program, work with menus, use the taskbar/dock). G3-5: 1.4 Demonstrate intermediate<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> keyboarding skills and proper<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> keyboarding techniques. || G3-5: 1.6 Copy and paste text and images within a document, as well as from one document to another. G3-5: 1.7 Proofread and edit writing using appropriate resources (e.g., dictionary, spell-checker, grammar resources). || G3-5: 1.9 Define terms related to databases, such as “record,” “field,” and “search.” <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 10pt;">G3-5: 1.10 Do simple searches of existing databases (e.g., online library catalog, electronic encyclopedia). || G3-5: 1.12 Identify and explain terms and concepts related to spreadsheets (i.e., cell, column, row, values, labels, chart, graph). G3-5: 1.13 Enter/edit data in spreadsheets and perform calculations using simple formulas (+, -, *, /), observing the changes that occur. || G3-5: 1.15 Save, retrieve, and delete electronic files on a hard drive or school network. G3-5: 1.16 Explain terms related to the use of networks (e.g., username, password, network, file server). G3-5: 1.17 Identify and use terms related to the Internet (e.g., Web browser, URL, keyword, World Wide Web, search engine, links). G3-5: 1.18 Use age-appropriate Internet-based search engines to locate and extract information, selecting appropriate key words. || G3-5: 1.20 Create a series of slides and organize them to present research or convey an idea. G3-5: 1.21 Copy and paste or import graphics; change their size and position on a slide. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">G3-5: 1.22 Use painting and drawing applications to create and edit work. || G3-5: 2.2 Explain responsible uses of technology and digital information; describe possible consequences of inappropriate use. G3-5: 2.3 Explain Fair Use Guidelines for the use of copyrighted materials (e.g., text, images, music, video) in student projects. || G3-5: 2.5 Work collaboratively online with other students under teacher supervision. G3-5: 2.6 Analyze media messages and determine if their purpose is to inform, persuade, or entertain. G3-5: 2.7 Explain that some Web sites and search engines may include sponsored commercial links. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">G3-5: 2.8 Explain how hardware and applications can enable people with disabilities to learn. || G3-5: 2.10 Identify and explain the strategies used for the safe and efficient use of computers (e.g., passwords, virus protection software, spam filters, popup blockers). G3-5: 2.11 Demonstrate safe e-mail practices, recognition of the potentially public exposure of e-mail and appropriate e-mail etiquette (if the district allows student e-mail use). G3-5: 2.12 Identify cyber bullying and describe strategies to deal with such a situation. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">G3-5: 2.13 Recognize and demonstrate ergonomically sound and safe use of equipment || G3-5: 3.2 Perform basic searches on databases (e.g., library card catalogue, encyclopedia) to locate information, using two or more key words and techniques to refine and limit such searches. G3-5: 3.3 Evaluate Internet resources in terms of their usefulness for research. G3-5: 3.4 Use content-specific technology tools (e.g., environmental probes, sensors, measuring devices, simulations) to gather and analyze data. G3-5: 3.5 Use online tools (e.g., e-mail, online discussion forums, blogs, and wikis) to gather and share information collaboratively with other students, if the district allows it. || G3-5: 3.7 Use spreadsheets and other applications to make predictions, solve problems, and draw conclusions. || G3-5: 3.9 Use teacher-developed guidelines to evaluate multimedia presentations for organization, content, design, presentation, and appropriate use of citations. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">G3-5: 3.10 Communicate with other students and other classes using appropriate technology, including e-mail if the district allows it. ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Standard 1. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and applications, as well as an understanding of the concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity. ||  ||   ||
 * **Basic Operations** ||  || G3-5: 1.1 Demonstrate basic steps in using available hardware and applications (e.g., log into a computer, connect/disconnect peripherals, upload files from peripherals).
 * **Word Processing/Desktop Publishing** ||  || G3-5: 1.5 Use menu/tool bar functions in a word processing program (i.e., font size/style, line spacing, margins) to format, edit, and print a document.
 * **Database** ||  || G3-5: 1.8 Define the term “database” and provide examples from everyday life (e.g., library catalogues, school records, telephone directories).
 * **Spreadsheet** ||  || G3-5: 1.11 Demonstrate an understanding of the spreadsheet as a tool to record, organize, and graph information.
 * __I__**nternet, Networking, and Online Communication** ||  || G3-5: 1.14 Explain and use age-appropriate online tools and resources (e.g., tutorial, assessment, Web browser).
 * **Multimedia and Presentation Tools** ||  || G3-5: 1.19 Create, edit, and format text on a slide.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ethics ** ||  || G3-5: 2.1 Explain and demonstrate compliance with school rules (Acceptable Use Policy) regarding responsible use of computers and networks.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Society ** ||  || G3-5: 2.4 Identify ways in which technology is used in the workplace and in society.
 * **Health and Safety** ||  || G3-5: 2.9 Recognize and describe the potential risks and dangers associated with various forms of online communications.
 * **Research** ||  || G3-5: 3.1 Locate, download, and organize content from digital media collections for specific purposes, citing sources.
 * **Problem Solving** ||  || G3-5: 3.6 With teacher direction, use appropriate technology tools (e.g., graphic organizer) to define problems and propose hypotheses.
 * **Communication** ||  || G3-5: 3.8 Create projects that use text and various forms of graphics, audio, and video (with proper citations) to communicate ideas.