K–12 Standards

Grade K-2
Other Florida FINDS: Research Process Model sets
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-12

Focus on the information need1

1
Identify area of inquiry, decide how much information is needed and develop a search plan. 1.1
1. a
  Ask questions to obtain information, activating prior knowledge when appropriate. Collaborate with others if working in a group.1.1.a
2. b
  Narrow or broaden topic.1.1.b
3. c
  Use brainstorming, webbing or graphic organizers to write research questions.1.1.c

Investigate resources to search for answers2

1
Locate and evaluate relevant and reliable print and digital resources.2.1
1. a
  Select books from library collection based on personal interests or research need.2.1.a
2. b
  Recognize that the library catalog (OPAC) has information about all the books and materials in the library media center. Begin to use keyword search with adult assistance.2.1.b
3. c
  Identify appropriate resources to answer a personal or academic information need from various locations (e.g., school/public library and online resources, databases, fiction vs. nonfiction). 2.1.c
4. d
  Use preselected online resources to locate information, with teacher or media specialist assistance.2.1.d
5. e
  Understand that the information need determines the resources selected (e.g., dictionary, encyclopedia, nonfiction, newspaper, internet source).2.1.e
2
Demonstrate an understanding of how information is organized and located2.2
1. a
  Understand organization of resources:2.2.a
  1
  Headings, captions, keywords, glossaries, tables of contents and indexes; 2.2.a.1
  2
  Alphabetical, numerical, topical, chronological or graphical; and 2.2.a.2
  3
  Structure of the library (e.g., Dewey Decimal System). 2.2.a.3

Note and evaluate facts3

1
Read, evaluate and select information to answer search need; take notes and record data for citations. 3.1
1. a
  Use literacy skills and content knowledge to identify relevant details from a text or oral presentation as appropriate in answering a search question. 3.1.a
2. b
  Draw evidence from text features (graphs, charts, tables, maps, photographs and other visuals) to answer search questions.3.1.b
3. c
  Identify and record useful facts on topic with media specialist/teacher assistance, recording sources with assistance (e.g., author and title) when appropriate. 3.1.c
4. d
  Begin to recognize rights of authors and illustrators with media specialist/teacher direction. 3.1.d
2
Analyze information gathered and compare with research need.3.2
1. a
  With media specialist/teacher assistance, determine if question is answered, adding new questions and searching as needed.3.2.a

Develop information into knowledge for presentation4

1
Select a presentation format appropriate for the topic, audience and purpose. Communicate information and ideas using a variety of formats and media.4.1
1. a
  Use a teacher or librarian selected method to communicate information. 4.1.a
2. b
  Draw conclusions from information to answer search question, summarizing when appropriate. 4.1.b
3. c
  Convey information orally, visually or in writing with media specialist/teacher assistance. 4.1.c

Self-Evaluate presentation and search5

1
Reflect on the FINDS process applying evaluative criteria (e.g., rubric, objectives) noting strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement. 5.1
1. a
  Use teacher or media specialist generated criteria to evaluate information product (presentation) and evaluate success in answering search question, revising and editing the information product as needed.5.1.a
2. b
  Evaluate the search process by looking for areas that lack adequate evidence and identify areas that need additional support. 5.1.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?: Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2
Where can I read the official document?: FINDS: Research Process Model Kindergarten-2nd Grade

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