nothing is as real world as competition “school librarians’ roles with students and teachers in...
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Nothing is as Real World as Competition
“School librarians’ roles with students and teachers in science fair competition”
Mirah J. Dow, BSE, MLS, PhDAssociate Professor
School of Library and Information ManagementEmporia State University
Emporia, KS [email protected]
Students tend to not ask librarians for help. Don’t make this mistake!
Why read this?
Purpose of PresentationDoing a research project can be a
challenge. You will need assistance from your school librarian (who has expertise in information seeking and technology use), science and math teachers, parents, an/or perhaps someone in your community who has specialized expertise. Each slide will help you to focus and help you to see what to do.
Competition
Motivation
Excellence
Creativity
Recognition
LOCAL REGIONAL STATE NATIONAL MATH, APPLIED SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
Get Involved
Achievement
Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) & School Library Standards for the 21st Century Learner (AASL)
Your school librarian, science and math teachers can enable you to:
•inquire, think critically and again knowledge;•draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations and create new knowledge;•share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society; and•pursue personal and aesthetic growth.
Standards for the 21st Century Learnerhttp://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/AASL_LearningStandards.pdf
STEM Education Coalitionhttp://www.stemedcoalition.org/
Scientific MethodFrancesco Redi, 1626-1697
Formulate a scientific questionMake observationsResearch the questionForm a hypothesisDesign a studyConduct an experimentAnalyze dataDraw conclusionsCommunication results
Student ↔ STEM Educator ↔ School LibrarianTwo Stages of Research
This is stage #1.
Preparation Stage
Literature Context
Research
→ Topic → Observation → Question(s) → Hypothesis →
Student ↔ STEM Educator ↔ School LibrarianTwo Stages of Research
This is stage #2.
Experimental Stage
Data Context
Research
→ Design → Conduct → Analysis → Conclusions → Communication
Guided Inquiry-Research Process Model
One Page Research Proposal(Include these subheadings in your initial proposal.)
Name, Grade, Today’s DateResearch Category TitleProblemResearch QuestionPermission Request PlansMaterials NeededProcedureProposed Timeline
Tips for Best ResultsAsk your school librarian for assistance by partnering with you and your teachers.
Select a topic that matters and will address current needs of people in today’s society. Read and study about the topic so you really know it well.
Ask your school librarian and science teacher to hold an informational meeting. Invite the adults who will assist you.
Keep everything in your paper and/or electronic notebook; make good use of the electronic space (such as MyBackpack) provided at school. Complete assignments on time.
Give yourself plenty of time to collect significant data.
Learn the steps in the scientific process; know how this process can be applied to solving problems in everyday life.
Create a clear, concise poster; fully explain data and conclusions; compare your findings to findings in prior studies.
Write an excellent research paper. Use the required writing style, format and outline for contents.
Present your study to many different audiences; speak with confidence and conviction. Have fun.
ReferencesAcademic Success: How library services make a difference. ACRL Thirteenth National Conference. Pg 141 - 157.http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/acrl/events/national/baltimore/papers/141.pdf
American Association of School Librarians (2007). Standards for the 21 st Century Learner.http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/standards.cfm
Blaxter, L., Hughes, C., and Tight, M. (2006). How to research. Open University Press, pp. 8-9.
Common Core State Standards Initiativehttp://www.corestandards.org/
Dow, M. J. (2011). Broadcom MASTERS: School Librarians’ Roles in Middle School Science Fair Competition, School Library Monthly, to be published in November issue.
Kansas Science and Engineering Fairhttp://kssciencefair.org/
Kansas Science and Technology Fair, State Standardshttp://kssciencefair.org/resources/state-standards
Kuhlthau, C., Maniotes, L. K., and Caspari, A. K. (2007). Guided Inquiry: Learning in the 21st century. Libraries Unlimited.
Learning Skills for Information, Communication, and Media Literacy http://kssciencefair.org/content/upload/files/ictmap_science.pdf
STEM Education Coalitionhttp://www.stemedcoalition.org/
Society for Science and the Public, Broadcom MASTERS Competitionhttp://www.societyforscience.org/MASTERS
What Students Don't Know. Inside Higher Ed. August 22, 2011:http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2011/08/22/erial_study_of_student_research_habits_at_illinois_university_libraries_reveals_alarmingly_poor_information_literacy_and_skills