This is a very succinct summary of Information Power (which I haven't read in a few years . . . ). These skills are vitally important, but I see such a disconnect between the lessons we teach kids and their actual habits when they are looking for information. We need to examine our lessons and find more effective ways of teaching students the value of selecting reliable resources. Too many of our kids are perfectly content to grab the first webpage that shows up with their keyword in it.
I've actually been pleased with this year's History Day researching, compared to last year. I think that Lindsay has been a huge help. Lucy and Sarah are also providing great leadership for kids to dig deeper and think more intensely about their topics.
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I think that the kids are doing a better job going in depth. Although I was hesitant at first, I allowed kids to research a broader span of history. I wish there were a way that I could keep topic selection aligned more with my curriculum, but there are just not the primary sources out there for Ancient World History. I have been most pleased with the kids who chose a local topic. I think they are really enjoying finding out more about Carver Co. and MN. I think it is their motivation that is allowing them to dig deeper not necessarily my teaching. Although it was kind of you to say so.
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