Session # 324 9:05 AM A New Model for Inquiry in the School Library Program
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Session # 324 9:05 AM
A New Model for Inquiry in the School Library Program
Please Note: Permission for further use of photos used in this presentation by third parties has not been secured.
Part One Slides 1-14
Context for Research and Inquiry
Session # 324 9:05 AM
A New Model for Inquiry in the School Library Program
Research vs. inquiry Student information seeking behaviours Paradigms and models Phases, stages, and steps The matrix: teaching, resources, and assessment The new “TL”
Tim GauntleyProgram Co-ordinator of
Library and Learning Resources, TDSB
The Magic ofInquiry
AQUARIUS: Find a guide who asks unexpected questions. Take the winding road. Travel with an inquiring mind and a kind friend. Browse broadly, search deeply, and share with joy whatever you find. Value the random with the intended. Remember the words of Benjamin Franklin about beer.
Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000.
research NOUN:1. Scholarly or scientific investigation or inquiry. See synonyms at inquiry. 2. Close, careful study.
INTRANSITIVE VERB:To engage in or perform research. TRANSITIVE VERB:1. To study (something) thoroughly so as to present in a detailed, accurate manner: researching the effects of acid rain. 2. To do research for: research a magazine article.
ETYMOLOGY:Obsolete French recerche, from recercher, to search closely, from Old French : re-, re- + cerchier, to search; see search.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000.
inquiry NOUN:Inflected forms: pl. in·quir·ies1. The act of inquiring. 2. A question; a query. 3. A close examination of a matter in a search for information or truth.
SYNONYMS:inquiry, inquest, inquisition, investigation, probe, research These nouns denote a quest for knowledge, data, or truth: filed an inquiry about the lost shipment; holding an inquest to determine the cause of his death; an inquisition into her political activities; a criminal investigation; a probe into alleged police corruption; scientific research.
Research• methodology with
conventions• builds on literature of
research area• public intention (peer
review)• both require similar attitudes (e.g., openness,
curiosity, critical and creative thinking)• both seek knowledge and evidence to construct
knowledge• both benefit from specialized knowledge
Inquiry• generalized term to
describe a process• developmental habit of
mind • individuated in
intention
Table 6. A Comparison of Inquiry / Research Process Modelsfrom Information Studies, K-12 OLA
Informa-tion
StudiesK - 12
Cognitive Skills Model
Social Science
Independent Study
English Writing Process
Mathematical Problem Solving
Tech Design Process
Scientific Method
Inquiry Process
Stage 1 Preparing for Research
Stage 2Accessing Resources
Stage 3Processing Information
Stage 4Transferring Learning
1. Focus what is the question
2. Organizeplan possibilities and sources
3. Locate4. Record 5. Evaluate and Assess6. Synthesize and Conclude7. Apply8. Communi-cate
1. Focus 2. Gather Informationlocate sources
3. Recordwrite a thesis statement
4. Useextract information
5. Organizesynthesize and present
6. Evaluate for Effectivenesscommunicate
1. Decide on topicfocus ideas
2. Brainstormgroup data outline
3. WriteIntroduction, organize information, rough draft
4. Reviseedit, proof, add/delete, conclusion
5. Final Copypublish
6. Communicateevaluate
1. Understand the problem 2. Make a Plan 3. Carry out the plan 4. Look back over the work done 5. Communicate the solution
1. Develop a focus 2. Develop a framework 3. Choose the best solution 4. Implement a plan 5. Reflect on the process and product
1. Decide on the problem 2. Write hypothesis 3. Design and conduct experiment4. Observe relationships5. Formulate conclusions6. Apply results7. Present information
1. Exploring 2. Inquiring 3. Predicting possibilities 4. Planning and collecting5. Deciding6. Communi-cating7. Evaluating8. Applying
Inquiry is an approach to learning whereby students find and use a variety of sources of information and ideas to increase their understanding of a problem, topic, or issue. It espouses investigation, exploration, search, quest, research, pursuit, and study. It does not stand alone .. [and] is enhanced by involvement with a community of learners… However, without some guidance, it can be daunting. (Kuhlthau, 2007)
Initiation Selectio
nExplorati
on
Feelings(Affectiv
e)
Uncertain
ty
Optimis
m
ConfusionFrustration
Doubt
Thoughts(Cognitiv
e)
vague
Actions(Physical
)
seeking
relevant
Exploring
informatio
n
Carol Kulthau. Information Search Processhttp://www.scils.rutgers.edu/~kuhlthau/information_search_process.htm
Formu-lation
Collection Presen-tation
Assess-ment
Feelings(Affectiv
e)
Clarity
Sense of
direction /Confidence
Satisfactio
n orDisappoint-
ment
Sense of
accomplishment
Thoughts(Cognitiv
e)
focused
increased
interest
Increased
self- awarenes
s
Actions(Physical
)
seeking
pertinent Documenti
ng
information
Carol Kulthau. Information Search Processhttp://www.scils.rutgers.edu/~kuhlthau/information_search_process.htm
Finds best solutions for family counselling
Social Worker
Reads journal for latest proceduresDoctorChecks local building codesCity PlannerRevises menu to improve nutritionChef
Compares specs of new models for emissions testing
Automotive Shop Owner
Gathers archival background for novelWriter
Updates knowledge of computer systems
Video Game Designer
Research ActivityField
Every job includes research
Key Factors in Research
Type Purpose Audience Process
Report
Essay
Media
Presenta -tion
Describe
Explain
Persuade
Argue
Self
Peers
Teacher
Community
Prepare
Access
Process
Transfer
I. to learn about something they need to know or do
II. to test an idea or hypothesis
III. to solve a problem or make a decision
IV. to build on another’s knowledge for greater understanding
RESEARCHRESEARCH
LearnLearn
BuildBuild
TestTest
SolveSolve
DecideDecide
People research for many reasons
