Secondary Library Media (6-12)
Strand 5: Standard 1
Secondary Library Media (6-12)
Strand 5: Standard 2:
1 class periods of 30 minutes each
Large Groups
This is the first lesson in a series of two introducing the Gale Reference Library The library teacher will explain the rationale for using online databases. Students will explore the data base and answer questions on the handout.
Using databases takes steps out of the resource process and saves research time when finding and evaluating sources. Students need to be aware of this! Students also need time to explore and familiarize themselves with databases.
Basic computer skills.
Understand the purpose of using online databases.
Know how to navigate the Gale Reference Collection 9-12.
Library teacher explains the rationale for using online databases (Whole Group).
Students explore the Gale Reference Collection 9-12 and complete the handout. Teachers circulate to answer questions (Individual Work).
Debriefing -- What did you like/dislike? How can this database help you? What was interesting? (Whole Group.)
Teacher circulating to identify where and when students are challenged.
Completed handout and class debrief.
Reviewed by Michelle Miles