Wisdom begins in wonder: Implementing identity-based information literacy instruction across the content areas

In this article, we describe a collaboratively developed information literacy curriculum that was embedded into three core 8th grade subjects: Algebra, American History, and English Language Arts. The curriculum was rooted in the concept of generalist literacy and supported students as they develope...

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Published inMiddle school journal Vol. 52; no. 2; pp. 38 - 47
Main Authors Mertens, Gillian E., Mundorf, Jon, Bainter, Taylor, Bourn, John, Kohnen, Angela M.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Routledge 15.03.2021
Subjects
Algebra
Curriculum Development
Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Digital literacy
Grade 8
Identification (Psychology)
Information Literacy
Interdisciplinary Approach
interdisciplinary curriculum
Internet
Language Arts
media literacy
United States History
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2327-6223
DOI10.1080/00940771.2020.1868059

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Abstract In this article, we describe a collaboratively developed information literacy curriculum that was embedded into three core 8th grade subjects: Algebra, American History, and English Language Arts. The curriculum was rooted in the concept of generalist literacy and supported students as they developed their curiosity, skepticism, commitment to accuracy, and persistence around online information. Each quarter, we included three new information literacy lessons and time for students to work on an independent passion project, the Wonder Project. We discuss the benefits of engaging in this work across multiple content areas and conclude with recommendations for future work.
AbstractList In this article, we describe a collaboratively developed information literacy curriculum that was embedded into three core 8th grade subjects: Algebra, American History, and English Language Arts. The curriculum was rooted in the concept of generalist literacy and supported students as they developed their curiosity, skepticism, commitment to accuracy, and persistence around online information. Each quarter, we included three new information literacy lessons and time for students to work on an independent passion project, the Wonder Project. We discuss the benefits of engaging in this work across multiple content areas and conclude with recommendations for future work.
Audience Junior High Schools
Middle Schools
Elementary Education
Grade 8
Secondary Education
Author Mertens, Gillian E.
Bourn, John
Mundorf, Jon
Kohnen, Angela M.
Bainter, Taylor
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Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Digital literacy
Grade 8
Identification (Psychology)
Information Literacy
Interdisciplinary Approach
interdisciplinary curriculum
Internet
Language Arts
media literacy
United States History
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