K–12 Standards

Grades 3-5
Other Florida FINDS: Research Process Model sets
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Focus on the information need 1

1
Identify area of inquiry, decide how much information is needed and develop a search plan. 1.1
1. a
  Work to develop a research action plan with timeline, keeping in mind and understanding online navigation procedures (e.g., toolbar, links, favorites or bookmarks). 1.1.a
  1
  Topic and subtopics; 1.1.a.1
  2
  Keywords and alternate terms;1.1.a.2
  3
  Research questions; 1.1.a.3
  4
  Thesis or statement of purpose;1.1.a.4
  5
  Possible information sources; 1.1.a.5
  6
  People to provide assistance with research (e.g., teacher, subject specialists, media specialist and/or public librarian); and1.1.a.6
  7
  Due dates for project.1.1.a.7

Investigate resources to search for answers 2

1
Locate and evaluate relevant and reliable print and digital resources.2.1
1. a
  Use search strategies to locate appropriate resources to answer a personal or academic information need, using assistance if needed2.1.a
  1
  Information need determines resources selected (e.g., dictionary, encyclopedia, nonfiction, photograph, internet source). 2.1.a.1
  2
  Begin to apply predetermined evaluative criteria for selection (e.g., relevancy, currency, readability). 2.1.a.2
  3
  Begin to identify and use primary sources (e.g., letters, family photographs) and secondary sources (e.g., textbooks, biographies, encyclopedias), selecting a variety of information sources in different formats representing a range of viewpoints and formats when appropriate.2.1.a.3
2
Demonstrate an understanding of how information is organized and located. 2.2
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 facts 3

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 select and analyze relevant details and concepts from a text or oral presentation. 3.1.a
  1
  Draw evidence from text features (graphs, charts, tables, diagrams, maps, schedules, illustrations, photographs and other visuals) to answer a search question; 3.1.a.1
  2
  Compare topic coverage in multiple sources, noting point of view (e.g., opinion, bias). 3.1.a.2
2. b
  Record sources of materials used (e.g., author, title, place of publication, publisher, date of publication, URL or date of download). 3.1.b
3. c
  Observe ethical practices including paraphrasing and the selective use of quotations (e.g., avoids plagiarism), and recognize intellectual property rights, which includes the responsible use of online resources. 3.1.c
2
Analyze information gathered and compare with research need.3.2
1. a
  Revise and/or add new questions based on information gathered and search for additional information as needed. 3.2.a
2. b
  Evaluate information gathered for relevancy and accuracy to answer the search question by comparing topic coverage in multiple sources.3.2.b

Develop information into knowledge for presentation 4

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
  Choose a presentation method from teacher or media specialist choices based on personal preference and audience, identifying strengths and weaknesses of presentation methods as needed. 4.1.a
2. b
  Plan product by sequencing facts and ideas using an appropriate organizer (e.g., webbing). 4.1.b
3. c
  Use the writing process; media, oral and visual techniques; and technology skills to create products that express new understandings about a topic. 4.1.c
4. d
  Show respect for intellectual property rights of creators by listing facts about sources used with teacher/media specialist guidance.4.1.d

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

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What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 3, Grade 5, and Grade 4
Where can I read the official document?: FINDS: Research Process Model 3rd-5th Grade

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