8th Grade - English II - Renewable Energy   Tags: energy  

Being able to develop a topic. This includes the ability to broaden and narrow a topic.

Knowing how to identify potential sources. Understanding the different types of information sources (encyclopedias, databases, etc.) and the various finding tools (table of contents, indexes, online catalog, basic and advanced search).

Understand how to modify (restrict, expand) your search strategy using keywords to improve the quality of results. This includes understanding how to use Boolean (AND, OR, NOT) operators.

Being able to determine the credibility (authority, currency, accuracy, and relevancy) of your information sources. Having the ability to recognize bias. This includes knowing the difference between fact and opinion.

Understand the concept of intellectual property (especially copyright, fair use, and plagiarism). This includes knowledge of the concept of intellectual freedom. In addition, you should understand how to create bibliographies and parenthetical citations using MLA style.

Wednesday 10/26 (day 11)

Mr. Piccone (C,A,H,E) & Mr. Johnson (D)

Thursday 10/27 (day 12)

Mr. Piccone (A,H,E) & Mr. Johnson (D,F)

Friday 10/28 (day 13)

Mr. Piccone (C) & Mr. Johnson (F)