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Info Lit/Tech Resources - 7th-8th
AUSD Student Resources for 7th-12th Grade
Website with links for student use.
Information Literacy and Guided Inquiry/Tech Resources
General Resources
Read, Write, and Think: Interactive Resources for Students
Inquiry-based Learning Guide from YouthLearn
The Brunner Model
Ask
After introducing a topic or sharing a book or picture, have students brainstorm questions.
The Right Question Institute
Outstanding process to develop questions (Question Formulation Technique) with students. Teachers/Parents will need to create an educator account to access the resources.
- Question Formulation Technique (QFT) - Prezi by Jay Corrigan which explains and gives examples of the technique developed by The Right Question Institute
- QFT "in action" in an eighth grade history class
Investigate
Use the dictionary online to look up words.
Searching the Web
Research
Research using a customizable mind map.
Determining Credibility of a Website
Is this website Credible?
Brief video explaining how to determine credibility
Evaluating Websites
Brief video explaining the CRAAP test
Two versions of the CRAAP Evaluation:
Worksheet Style | Rubric Style
Cite web sources using Research tool in Docs & EasyBib.
Communicate, Create, and Collaborate
Digital Storytelling Resources
Extensive list from Kathy Schrock's Guide to Everything
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Resources
Login to Chrome using school provided Google account.
Signing into Chrome
Create a spreadsheet in Sheets.
Enter data into a spreadsheet, use basic formulas, and create simple graphs in Sheets.
Create a document in Docs
Create and edit a document using advanced page layout which incorporates text and graphics from a variety of sources
Create a multimedia presentation incorporating text, graphics, sound, and/or video from a variety of sources.
Create graphics in Drawings.
Recording Audio
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Record audio with webcam video of student using the Screencastify Chrome extension.
Tech Basics
Computer Skills: Cut, copy, and paste text and graphics between applications, including using screen capture (PC, Chromebook, Mac).
Access student management system.
Maintain and organize digital portfolio using folders and naming conventions.
Typing Skills: 7th-8th grade students can continue to practice their keyboarding skills using a formal program. The other apps they use in class will supplement this learning.
Typing Agent
Students use their District account to login with ClassLink.
Troubleshooting Skills: Keep track of passwords, try a different program, force-quit and restart (PC, Chromebook, Mac).
Need more help or would like to request or suggest a resource?
Contact Kris Bell, District Librarian.