Critical thinking and web research iste 2010

Web literacy for the Digital Generation
Chris O’Neal
ISTE Faculty
Rob Bayuk
Program Manager,
Teacher Professional Development,
Microsoft
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Agenda:
Introductions
Us and you!
Ideas and Considerations for the Classroom
Rob Bayuk
Critical Thinking Curriculum
Microsoft & ISTE collaboration
Chris O’Neal
Improving Search in the Classroom
Q&A

Ideas and Approaches
Developing Critical Thinking & Web Research Skills in the Classroom

What is Critical Thinking?
In 1605, Sir Francis Bacon, the father of scientific thinking, outlined these habits of mind (paraphrased):
“Nimble and versatile” enough to see relationships among things, in addition to subtle distinctions between them.
Inquisitive.
Patient enough to doubt and ask questions.
Fond of reflecting.
Slow to assert and ready to consider multiple points of view.
Careful to support their points of view and to formulate an argument with reasons and evidence.
A slave neither to passing trends nor to established traditions but capable of judging the credibility of sources and making independent judgments about information.
Alert to all deception.
Excerpt from the e-book for educators:
“From Search to Research: Developing Critical Thinking Through Web Research Skills”
www.microsoft.com/education/criticalthinking

Discussion Question:
What do you believe are the important skills needed to develop critical thinking in 21st century students?

CultivatingEssential Web Research Skills
Search efficiently and effectively.
Distinguish kinds of sources, and analyze a source’s validity and reliability.
Make a habit of cross-checking facts, even from reliable sources.
Conscientiously and properly attribute the words and ideas of others.
Cite sources accurately and appropriately.
Stay safe on the Internet.
Interact with others online honestly, respectfully, fairly, and clearly.
Excerpt the new e-book for educators:
“From Search to Research: Developing Critical Thinking Through Web Research Skills”

Why Microsoft cares?
Web search & research is a primary interaction for 21st century students
Evolving how people search, find and organize relevant information on the web
Bing as - decision engine
www.bing.com

Critical Thinking & Web Research Curriculum
Chris O’Neal
ISTE Faculty

Project Background
Fielded questions/feedback from media specialists, content area teachers, computer lab instructors:
What areas are most critical in preparing students to be web literate?
What activities/structures give teachers the opportunity to provide guided practice?

Key Areas
Mechanics of Effective Searching
Validity and Reliability
Citing Sources
Civil Discourse
Netiquette
Plagiarism
Safety

Built around Bing

Classroom Uses & Application
Each lesson is cross-referenced with others
Taught as mini-curriculum or standalone lessons
Varied skill-level
Can be teacher-led or independent

Discussion Question:
How else can we help you to address this important topic in your classrooms?

Improving Search in the Classroom

Bing “Fly Outs”

Bing Visual Search

Microsoft Pivot (from Microsoft Live Labs)
http://www.getpivot.com/

ClassSearch ProjectMicrosoft Research
Facilitating the Development of Web Search Skills through Social Learning

SearchEd@microsoft.com
Neema Moraveji
Meredith Ringel Morris
Dan Morris
Mary Czerwinski
Nathalie Riche

Next steps
Community:
ISTE Community Ning moderated by Howard Rheingold
ISTE Wikispaces
Video: “Crap Detection 101”
E-book & Curriculum:
From Search to Research: Developing Critical Thinking Through Web Research Skills
Critical thinking and Web Research curriculum
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Questions?
Thank you
Rob Bayukrobba@microsoft.com
Twitter - @TeachTec
Chris O’Neal onealchris@gmail.com
Twitter - @onealchris

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