SIXTH GRADE – INFORMATION LITERACY STANDARDS
CH 1.32 The student accesses information efficiently and effectively. Grades 6-8
L. Recognizes the need for additional information (beyond one’s own knowledge) when faced with an information problem or question
O. Identifies and uses a variety of potential sources to meet information needs change
CH 1.33 The student evaluates information critically and competently. Grades 3-12
E. Identifies inaccurate or misleading information in information sources and products
G. Selects information appropriate to the problem or question at hand
CH 1.34 The student uses information accurately and creatively. Grades 3-8
D. Organizes information in different ways according to the information or question at hand
H. Produces and communicates information and ideas in an appropriate format based on the information itself, and the audience
CH 1.35 The student becomes an independent learner through information literacy and the pursuit of information related to personal interests. Grades 6-8
C. Seeks information related to personal interests and well-being, including career interests, community involvement, health matters, and recreational pursuits
CH 1.36 The student appreciates literature and other creative expressions of information as a means to becoming an independent learner. Grades 6-12
H. Models competency as a self-motivated reader who selects a variety of genres and media formats including films, plays, and other creative presentations of information
I. Derives meaning from information presented creatively in a variety of genres and media formats, and makes connections
CH 1. 37 The student strives for excellence in information seeking and knowledge generation. Grades 6-8
D. Devises strategies for revising, improving, and updating self-generated knowledge
CH 1.38 The student contributes positively to the learning community and to
society, recognizing the importance of information to a democratic society. Grades 6-12
E. Seeks information from diverse sources, contexts, disciplines and cultures
F. Respects the principle of equitable access to information as indicated by a willingness to return materials on time and share access to resources
CH 1.39 The student practices ethical behavior in regard to information and information technology. Grades 6-12
F. Respects intellectual property rights by avoiding plagiarism, citing sources properly, making copies and incorporating text and images appropriately when creating information products
G. Expresses conclusions in one’s own words
H. Adheres to all school policies and guidelines
CH 1.40 The student participates effectively in groups for the purpose of pursuing
and generating information. Grades 6-12
G. Collaborates with others, both in person and through technologies, to identify information problems and to seek their solutions
H. Collaborates with others, both in person and through technologies, to design, develop and evaluate information products and solutions