BJM Resource Centre
BJM Resource Centre
Student Orientation
• Research Projects……………………………………
Completing a Research Project
Sources:
Sources: Encyclopedia / Books
• Well organized
• Written at your reading level
• Information can be trusted
• Best place to start general research
• Need to know:
• Table of Contents
• Index
• Alphabetical order
• Up-to-date, current information
• Various subject areas available
• Easy to access information
• Newspaper articles available
Sources: Databases
• Material on specific topics
• Material created by users
• Need to assess the validity of the information
• Best to use sites you know are created by users who provide accurate information
Sources: Special Interest Sites
• Many to choose from
• Bing
• Learn to use one or two well
• Learn how to access the advanced search features
• Keyword Searches
• Boolean Searches
Sources: Search Engines
• So much information!
• Information of variable quality
• You must know how to critically evaluate each site you visit because you can’t trust the information
• A good place to “play”
Sources: Free Surfing
BJM Resource Centre Research SkillsWhat do you need to know before you start your research?
EncyclopediaWhen was William Shakespeare born?Name the 11 Ecoregions of Saskatchewan.What were four ‘first’ which occurred in the 1900’s?What is the name of the element of the periodic table with the symbol ‘Cd’?
BJM Resource Centre Research SkillsWhat do you need to know before you start your research?
BooksWhen was William Shakespeare born?Name the 11 Ecoregions of Saskatchewan.What were four ‘first’ which occurred in the 1900’s?What is the name of the element of the periodic table with the symbol ‘Cd’?
BJM Resource Centre Research SkillsWhat do you need to know before you start your research?
Special Interest SitesBJM Webpage > English Department > Shakespeare
– When was William Shakespeare born?BJM Webpage > Science Department > Ecoregions of Saskatchewan
– Name the 11 Ecoregions of Saskatchewan.BJM Webpage > Social/History Department > 20th Century History Timeline
– What were four ‘first’ which occurred in the 1900’s?BJM Webpage > Science Department > Periodic Table / Elements
– What is the name of the element of the periodic table with the symbol ‘Cd’?
BJM Resource Centre Research SkillsWhat do you need to know before you start your research?
Net SearchWhen was William Shakespeare born?Name the 11 Ecoregions of Saskatchewan.What were four ‘first’ which occurred in the 1900’s?What is the name of the element of the periodic table with the symbol ‘Cd’?
So, what is the best source to use?
ENCYCLOPEDIA / BOOKSDATABASES
SPECIAL INTEREST SITES SEARCH ENGINES
SURFING
The Research ProcessSteps to a successful experience
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Gather general background information Determine what is of interest to you
Teachers will often give you information to help you make selections
Appreciation
Christian Service
Helping Others
Feels good
A lot of people with needs
Compassion to others
Why get involved with Christian Service?
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research plan
Look for relationships Create a focus
Create a research web Refine your area of research
Pre-search
Feed People
Work Placements
Clothes for People
Spiritual Help
Christian Service
Opportunities in Saskatoon
Salvation ArmyFood Bank Salvation ArmyValue Village
Start with … What services are provided to people?
Christian Service
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research map/plan Search - select the best resource
Start with general sources to gain background information Use a variety of sources to check your information
Use a ORGANIZATION FRAME to record information Record your information in point form or phrases Record the bibliographical information
The Research Process
ORGANIZATIONAL FRAME
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research map/plan Search - select the best resource Interpretation - process your research
Decide which information is useful for your project Expand on this information
Organize the information in an appropriate manner
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research map/plan Search - select the best resource Interpretation - process your research Communication - present your research
Know your presentation options Follow the guidelines as set out by your teacher
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research map/plan Search - select the best resource Interpretation - process your research Communication - present your research Evaluation - determine strengths/weaknesses
Determine where you did well and where you need to make changes
Use this information to improve your next project
The Research Process
Appreciation - select your topic Pre-search - create a research map/plan Search - select the best resource Interpretation - process your research Communication - present your research Evaluation - determine strengths/weaknesses
* Research Process Guide *
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