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Big6 Directory
The following schools demonstrate a high level of commitment to information literacy and the integration of Big6 Skills for Information Problem Solving in the curriculum. Mike and Bob invite ALL Big6-using schools to join the Big6 Directory.
Do Integrated Information Literacy Skills Affect Student Learning? (eNews 9.3, 2)
This success story reinforces the importance of funding school libraries and teaching information literacy skills in context through Big6 strategies.
Big6 Academy 2008 Equals Big Success!
Big6 Academy, hosted July 27 - 28 in Rochester, NY, was a great success! Presenters Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz led more than 30 educators in a series of hands on Big6 exercises and lecture-ettes. Read more!
The Big6™ in Korea (eNews 9.3, 2)
Read how one man’s vision developed into an official Big6 writing center for elementary students in Korea. The authors include student comments about the Big6 program too.
New: Big6 on Facebook!
Big6 has a Facebook page! Take a look!
Methods of Instruction: Research and Library Skills Orientation (eNews 9.3, 1)
The Maine Criminal Justice Academy teaches a “Methods of Instruction” course for law enforcement officers who need certification to teach courses at their own agencies. The course is taught about four times a year. Within that course Beverly Klemenc, Librarian for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy’s Media Resource Center, is responsible for teaching a two-hour module on research techniques and bibliographic citation. Read more!
Online School Librarian: Do You Qualify? (eNews 9.2, 4)
What does an online school librarian’s job look like? What are the daily duties and qualifications of an online school librarian? Click the title above to read more.
Federal Advocacy for Libraries (eNews 9.2, 3)
Public and school libraries exist within a complicated federal policy landscape. Library funding and the way libraries do business can be affected by changes in education, telecommunications, and many other areas of federal policy. Communicating with Congress is one of the unique rights and privileges afforded by our democracy. In the case of federal library issues, it is vital that all people who support libraries stay informed and involved. If you chose to become a library advocate, you will learn that it is a satisfying and fun way to support libraries, so get involved!
New ICT Literacy Standards: How does the Big6™ apply? (eNews 8.4, 1)
As adult teachers and learners, how often are we required to collect, analyze, evaluate and synthesize information to make a decision or solve a problem, and share our conclusions with others? Employers expect our graduates to have these skills, as reflected in the AASL foundational common belief, “Technology skills are crucial for future employment needs.” The NETS standards emphasize “communication and collaboration” as well as “critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.” Read how the Big6 fits into the scene to reinforce the development of essential problem-solving skills.