Calling all 21st century English language arts teachers who are teaching the research process, keyword generation, online source evaluation, loaded language, and/or essay organization for your next research paper or project! This student-centered, digital research activity for Google Drive and Google Classroom Users is a great way to build digital literacy and inquiry skills; your students will work at their own pace, think critically about online sources, research, and evaluate their sources. Build a foundation for students' next research project or research paper as students navigate through the document at their own pace with guidance from you! This no prep tool has everything your students will need in one document and is a must for 1:1 classrooms and classrooms with access to technology: Chromebooks, iPads, laptops or Android devices. ************************************************* Here’s what you’ll receive in this resource: ★ Research Google Doc (9 Google Slides) ★ Supplementary Materials (6 Pages): Loaded Language Handout & Worksheet, Source Evaluation Task Cards, "Unlocking" Handout for Paper Organization ★ Product Link and Teacher Notes (3 Pages) so that you have instructions and tips for using this assignment with students at your fingertips. Activities Include: ★ TED Talk: "Beware Online Filter Bubbles" + Questions ★ Loaded Language Overview (1 Page) ★ Loaded Language Practice (1 Page) ★ Source Evaluation using Source Evaluation Task Cards (3 Pages) ★ Keyword Generation ★ Idea Organization: "Unlocking" an Inquiry Question/Thesis (1 Page) ★ Filter Bubble Reflection & Preliminary Research ★ Coffee Table Source Evaluation for Narrowing Sources with Assessment/Self-Reflection Questions ★ Jot Outline/Topic Outline ★ Optional Interview: Research Assessment ************************************************* Benefits of digital interactive resources include: ★ High engagement = happy students and happy teacher ★ Student-friendly 1:1 environment ★ Development of college and career readiness skills ★ Fluid integration of ELA skills ★ Productive use of class time that is maximized for student learning This resource is helpful for: ★ Teachers who teach in a digital learning environment. ★ Teachers who are looking to save time with ready-made resources. ★ Teachers who love to innovate and try new things! ************************************************* Ways to connect with me: ★ I'd love for you to be my newest follower! Click on the link so that you'll be the first to know about new products, freebies, and discounts! ★ Stop by the Lindsay Ann Learning Blog! ************************************************* Copyright © 2017-Present, Lindsay Ann Learning ⇒ Permission for use by one teacher in his or her own classroom. ⇒ Not for public display or digital sharing. ⇒ If you intend to share with others, please purchase an additional license.
