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Lesson 7

We will reflect on our work and process, submit our research materials for feedback and formative assessment, and prepare for the next section of the unit, in which we deepen our understanding.

Lesson Goals

Reading and Knowledge

  • Conduct Research*: How well do we effectively search for and explore a variety of credible sources to answer a question or solve a problem, using an organized and dynamic process of inquiry? How well do we use advanced search techniques (in print and online) effectively to find adequate and sufficient sources? How well do we assess sources for credibility, relevance, and richness and ensure a range of perspectives? How well do we cite our sources properly and avoid plagiarism? *The Research Evaluation Checklist provides more detailed assessment of this goal.
  • Question: How well do I formulate and use questions to establish and deepen my understanding of texts and topics?
  • Refine and Revise: How well do I revisit, refine, and revise my understanding, knowledge, and work based on discussions with others and feedback and review by myself and others?

Speaking and Listening

  • Communicate Effectively: How well do I use language and strategies to accomplish my intended purpose in communicating?
  • Collaborate: How well do I work productively in various roles with other participants?

Texts

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Materials

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Question Sets

Editable Google Docs

Activity 1: Read – Discuss – Write

We will review and self-assess the materials we’ve created so far and get ready to submit them for the Section Diagnostic.

In teams, confirm that all the research materials are finalized and ready to be assessed:

  • Research Frame Tool

  • Potential Sources Tools

  • Research Note-Taking Tools

Individually, review and self-assess your team’s finalized research materials by completing the following sections on the Research Evaluation Checklist:

  • Section 1: Adequacy and Sufficiency of Research

  • Section 2: Credibility and Richness of Sources

  • Section 3: Range of Perspectives

Gather all the components and the completed self-assessments for submission.

Activity 2: Write

We will submit our team’s research materials to be assessed.

In order to receive formative feedback and assessment on your research materials to help guide your continued work toward the Culminating Task, you will submit your team’s developing research portfolio, ensuring it includes the following items:

  • Research Frame Tool

  • Potential Sources Tools

  • Research Note-Taking Tools

  • Research Evaluation Checklists (Sections 1–3, individual)

Activity 3: Write – Discuss

We will reflect on the Section Diagnostic.

Choose at least three of the questions below and respond to them in your Learning Log:

  1. How well did you take necessary action to prepare for the task?

  2. What went well for you during the completion of this task?

  3. What did you struggle with during the completion of this task? How did you push through that struggle?

  4. How well did you actively focus your attention during this independent task?

  5. How well did you develop and use an effective and efficient process to maintain workflow during this task?

  6. What would you do differently during the next Section Diagnostic?

Think about all you have learned and done during this section of the unit. Evaluate your skills and knowledge to determine how prepared you are for the Culminating Task in your Learning Log.

  • Add or refine any skills and content knowledge required for the Culminating Task.

  • Evaluate how well you are mastering skills and knowledge required for the Culminating Task.