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Understanding Primary and Secondary Resources through Cavemen Research

In this presentation by Mrs. O’Brien and Ms. Conner, students learn how to distinguish between primary and secondary resources within the context of researching cavemen. The "Big 6" model guides learners through six steps: defining tasks, seeking information, locating resources, using information appropriately, synthesizing findings, and evaluating work. Students will explore various types of resources, including diaries, interviews, biographies, and academic articles, and apply their knowledge to create a persuasive letter defending the intelligence of cavemen.

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Understanding Primary and Secondary Resources through Cavemen Research

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  1. Research Presentation By Mrs. O’Brien & Ms. Conner

  2. Objective • Students will be able to identify primary and secondary resources.

  3. Big 6 – Step 1 Task DefinitionWhat needs to be done? Find facts/examples that prove cavemen weren’t stupid.

  4. Step 2 – Information Seeking StrategiesWhat resources can I use? Primary Resources A primary source is an original document that contains firsthand information about a topic. • Diaries • Interviews • Letters • Original Works of Art • Photographs • Works of Literature • Videos of an event/person What primary resources are available for this assignment?

  5. Step 2 – Information Seeking StrategiesWhat resources can I use? Secondary Resources A secondary resource contains commentary or discussion about a primary source. It offers an interpretation • Biographies • Essays • Indexes, Abstracts, Bibliographies (used to locate a secondary source • Journal Articles • Books What secondary resources are available for this assignment?

  6. Step 3 – Location and AccessWhere can I find these resources? • Winburn’s Library • KYVL(Kentucky Virtual Library) • Lexington Public Library • Encylomedia • Library Website • Discovery Channel • Internet • (search engines like Google or Yahoo)

  7. Step 4 – Use of InformationWhat can I use from these resources? • Facts not opinions.

  8. Step 5 –SynthesisWhat can I make to finish the job? • A letter written to Geico proving that cavemen weren’t stupid.

  9. Step 6 – EvaluationHow well did I do? • Peer Evaluation • Teacher Evaluation

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