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Teaching Information Literacy with Primary Sources
EDUC 744 951 3 semester hours graduate credit
Instructor: Mary Alice Anderson
Learn how to locate authentic digital primary sources in print and multimedia formats to enhance your curriculum. Develop age appropriate learning activities that promote higher level questioning, critical thinking skills and add excitement to student learning.
The target audiences are teachers of social studies, science, math and language arts, media specialists and other content area teachers (appropriate for all elementary, middle school, and high school curricular areas). Especially helpful for teachers of AP classes and teachers working with National History Day activities.
Comprehensive exploration of information literacy and integration of primary source digital archives with K-12 curriculum. Pedagogical and constructivist considerations including rationale for using primary sources to stimulate inquiry, creativity and higher order thinking, formulating research queries, evaluating information resources, and teaching student research strategies.
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Because this class is asynchronous and open to you 24/7, you may participate from your home or work computer during hours that are best for your work and family schedule. Advanced computer or programming skills are not required. Learners need a basic understanding of Internet browsing, email, and word processing.
The class is highly interactive with a significant discussion component. Instructor/peer comments will be available through discussion groups or sent by e-mail.
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