Big 6 intro
- 1. THE BIG 6!
- 2. #1 TAS K D E F IN ITIO N ! • Define the information problem • Identify information needed (to solve the information problem) – What is my current task? – What are some topics or questions I need to answer? – What information will I need?
- 3. #2 IN F O R M ATIO N S E E K IN G S TR ATE G IE S ! • Determine all possible sources (brainstorm) • Select the best sources – What are all the possible sources to check? – What are the best sources of information for this task?
- 4. #3 LO C ATIO N & AC C E S S ! • Locate sources (intellectually and physically) • Find information within sources – Where can I find these sources? – Where can I find the information in the source?
- 5. #4 U S E O F IN F O R M ATIO N ! • Engage (e.g., read, hear, view, touch) • Extract relevant information – What information do I expect to find in this source? – What information from the source is useful?
- 6. #5 S YN TH E S IS ! • Organize from multiple sources • Present the information – How will I organize my information? – How should I present my information?
- 7. #6 E VALU ATIO N ! • Judge the product (effectiveness) • Judge the process (efficiency) – Did I do what was required? – Did I complete each of the Big6 Stages efficiently?
- 8. S U M M IN G IT U P ! Following the BIG 6 steps will make solving any research question and completing any research project simpler and more effective! THANKS BIG 6!