Categorical Oberservations

NAME ____________________________________________ DATE: _____

Attitude & Pre-Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
asks for help.
conduct in library.
frames question.
brainstorms.
Locating Resources.
knows word-by-word filing.
distinguishes fiction/non-fic.
uses system (Dewey/other).
Relevant Searching .
designs search strategy.
uses community resources.
locates info in reference.
- using letter/number guides.
- using key words.
- using skimming/scanning.
uses periodicals.
uses special encyclopedias.
uses non-print material.
identify 3 types of entries.
uses charts/graphs/pics.
searches a database.
writes/phones an inquiry.
Interpretation.
summarizes the main ideas.
takes notes.
narrows/broadens topic.
outlines or webs.
creates bibliography.
checks currency/source.
Communications.
uses appropriate graphics.
makes presentation.
footnotes quotes/ideas.
evaluates project and process.

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