Learning+Goals

**Library Learning Goals**
In the Library, I will be able to:

o locate book resources (fiction, non-fiction, or reference) using the Internet Public Access Catalogue (iPAC)

o locate and access electronic resources (e-books or databases) using the Virtual Library

o access valid Internet sources using effective searching techniques

o assess the validity and appropriateness of Internet sources

o locate information in a reference book using an index

o define and explain how to avoid plagiarism

o acknowledge sources using a source recording sheet

o take effective research notes by using a chart, graphic organizer or note card

o apply the Four Phases of the Inquiry Process

1. Exploring: Initiating Inquiry, Choosing a topic, Developing Questions

2. Investigating: Designing a plan, Selecting Information, Formulating a focus

3. Processing: Analyzing Information, Evaluating Ideas, Organizing and Synthesizing Findings

4. Creating: Making and Presenting Products, Assessing Product and Process, Extending and transferring Learning

**History Learning Goals**