Library+Research+Strategies

Welcome to our 6th Grade Course titled Library Research Strategies. Let's take a look at the [|Syllabus Library Research Strategies.doc] to see what is in store for you. I want to get to know you a little. Click on this link to open the "Tell Me About Yourself" document and fill it out--. When you have completed the document we will be saving it by clicking on File, "Save As", choose "User Shares I:", double click on MS-Library, double click on the Mrs. Potts folder and then double click on Period 1 folder. Save the file with your student number as the name. I will be viewing them later.

Now that you have an idea of what is entailed in the course we will now take a look at the [|Library Orientation.ppt] which goes over our rules and procedures and the student handbook information.

I also have a "Destiny Quest" presentation that I would like to project on Day 2 to help you with locating items for the "Using Destiny" Scavenger Hunt. Activity to be completed during Days 2-3 of the marking period ([|Destiny Quest.ppt]). This presentation can be accessed at home like all the other documents with links on this page. Feel free to share any information with your parents/guardian that you wish.


 * Cyberbullying Pledge Sheet **

Homework Assignment: [|Cyberbullying and Internet Safety Pledge.docx]


 * My Online Profile **

Online Safety Survey When finished with the survey, click on "Submit."

You will be creating a fake profile as if you are on facebook. Let's practice sharing safe information online. Start by going to Portrait Illustration Maker to design an avatar as yourself! There are lots of cool outfits, hairstyles and accessories to choose from! You can make it look like yourself, or….go wild! Have fun with it. Click on the download button and save. Save the picture as "me" to your STUDENT NUMBER. When you are ready to upload I will demonstrate how to place this on your profile.

Now that we have created your avatar it is time to practice being safe online with the rest of your profile. Keep the following tips in mind as we fill in the information. **Keep your profile vague!** Online profiles will prompt you to input your home address, phone number and other personal information. Never, under any circumstances, divulge any personal information about yourself that could possibly give someone hints as to where you live. Criminals are able to search your profile for clues about where you live, which may be all the information they need to find your exact location. Ensuring that no personal information is in your profile ensures that no one is able to find you!

Let's take a look at some other helpful tips on keeping your profile safe--[|Creating Your Safe Online Profile Tips.docx]. It's time to get started with the information you want to share. Open the following link for your notes page--[|Creating Your Safe Online Profile.docx]. The final stage is to test out your information to see how safe you have kept your profile information. Open the PowerPoint file "[|Facebook Sample Page.pptx]" and wait for further instructions. I will be showing you how to replace the information to include your own.


 * Google Activity **

Get to know Google a little bit better by trying out the Google Special Features site. When you go to the site, read each example and then click on the "search box" to see where it takes you. Click on the back button of the browser and then type an example that you would like to view. For example--in the Everyday Essentials area change **WEATHER** from "weather San Francisco, CA" to weather and a city and state that you are interested in. These are great little tricks to keep in mind when you use Google or any search engine you prefer.

Another tip sheet is available here:.

**Grolier Online Database**

[|Grolier Online Tutorial.pdf] Grolier Online Test

**Big6 Research Process**

We utilize the Big 6 Research Process when we complete projects in our class. This powerpoint will help you understand what each step does to better prepare you for researching. Open the PowerPoint to begin. When the PowerPoint is open press the "F5" button to begin the presentation. Read each slide carefully. [|Big6.ppt] When finished with the PowerPoint open the



[|http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/big6/use.html#taskdefn] website. Review the Big6 process. Open the Puzzle and put the pieces together to get a visual view of the Big6.

When finished with the puzzle take the practice Big6 quiz.

Big 6 Test

**My Birthday Report**

You will be researching many amazing things about your special day you were born. Did you ever wonder what else was going on during that day? Who else shares your day, what else is celebrated in your month, and other interesting pieces of information? This project is going to give you tips on gathering information about the day you were born. Get ready!

[|My Birthday Fill In.doc] [|My Birthday.doc] [|My Birthday Report Student.doc]

**Rock & Roll Inductee Glogster!**

A Glogster with the following on it:
 * Create a poster of your chosen Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee with the following requirements: **


 * 1) Artist's FULL Name--title box (add the official website of your inductee to the name)
 * 2) A picture of the Performer--image (with the link to where you found the photo)
 * 3) Your favorite record/cd cover of your artist--image (with the link to where you found the photo)
 * 4) Top 5 hit songs of your artist--text box (with the link to where you found the information)
 * 5) A 30-second sound clip of your favorite song--sound
 * 6) Full lyrics to your favorite song--text box (with the link to where you found the lyrics)
 * 7) 5 "wow/treasures" from their time as an artist--text box. The last entry is when the artist was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame. Focus on charity events, news, shocking events, album releases, etc…(with the link to where you found the information)
 * 8) Two trivia questions to ask the audience--text box for each one (with the link to the answers)
 * 9) Extras you would like to add!

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees All Music Guide Ultimate Band List Oldies Music Artists Your Inductee’s official website!
 * Websites: **

[|www.pisamba.com]
 * <span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Audio File Website: **

<span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[|www.lyrics.net] <span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[|www.metrolyrics.com] (thanks to A. Deem for finding this one for us!)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Lyrics Websites: **

<span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">**Also**: <span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Various encyclopedias and non-fiction books in the library

<span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">You will be using Pisamba for the audio file. When you open the site you will need to log in with lamslib as the username and the password I will share with you in class. If you do not log in you will not be able to download the mp3 file to your number. After you log in, click on the "Ringtone" tab, locate the search box and type in the name of your favorite song for your inductee. When you find one you like click on the title. At the next screen you will click on "Download to PC" and save it to your student number. On the Glogster you will add it as a sound file. I will demonstrate this in class.

<span style="font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">If you were absent anytime during my "Glogster Tutorial" here is the presentation I gave in class--[|Using Glogster In Class.pptx].