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2	Creating Independent Learners Comfortable and Competent in an Information Environment
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4	Research in Teaching & Learning Brain research (Pert) Emotion drives learning safety and challenge engagement memory Cognitive research (Gardner, et al.) Human beings are pattern-seekers and problem solvers are social and learn from others (Vygotsky) learn in many ways (Gardner et al.)
5	Research in Teaching & Learning Reading research (Rosenblatt, et al.) Reading is an interactive process strategic thinking and planning are needed on the part of the learner learners link the known to the unknown Young children and learning (Piaget & Bruner) Children move from concrete to abstract thinking Young children gather information through their senses Scaffolding assists young learners Young are capable of higher level thinking
6	The Mission of the LMC is: To develop students who are effective and independent users of ideas and information.
7	Role of the LMC Director
8	What is INFORMATION LITERACY?
9	An Information Literate Person Understands the many aspects of information and its storage. Possesses skills for independent learning. Is a lifelong learner.
10	Nine Components of QueSPER Curriculum
11	1. Six Essential Questions K What is information? 1 How do I learn? 2 How is information organized? 3 Where can I find different kinds of information ? 4 How do I make a research plan? 5 How do I learn independently? 6 How do I share knowledge with others?
12	2. Eight Traits of an Independent Learner An Independent Learner is curious about the world. An Independent Learner uses information to solve problems. An Independent Learner is focused on his/her work. An Independent Learner knows and uses many skills, strategies, resources, systems, and networks to help her/him find and use information effectively.
13	2a. Eight Traits of an Independent Learner An Independent Learner knows when to seek assistance. An Independent Learner is responsible and respects others in the community of learners. An Independent Learner collaborates with others, uses and shares information ethically, and gains knowledge as a result of the process. An Independent Learner evaluates information and reflects upon his/her work and knowledge.
14	3. Spiraling Curriculum Builds Upon Previous Years
15	4. Research - Based Teaching and Learning Strategies Models and manipulatives focus attention. Questions challenge and engage curiosity. Acronyms and models assist long-term memory for information-seeking strategies.
16	4a. Research - Based Teaching and Learning Strategies Discovery Centers and Research Packets require inductive and deductive thinking, pattern-seeking, comparison and matching, categorizing. Products require conclusions, synthesis and justification. Reflection and evaluation encourage reassessment and meta-cognition.
17	5. Simple Learning Model and Age-Appropriate Research Model Used Together Seek Patterns Investigate & Describe Compare / Match Categorize Learn from Others Conclude & Report Evaluate & Reflect
18	6. Teacher/Director Planning Web
19	6a. Teacher/Director Planning
20	6b. Paradigm for Learning Emotional investment Concept development Practice of concept Application of concept Puzzle and memory clues Reflection and metacognition
21	8. Scheduling
22	9. Technology & Other Ties Develop Technology Curriculum Integrate electronic and print sources Integrate technology skills and practice Integrate research strategies Integrate content curricula
23	10. Supportive LMC Environment Primary Library Primary Fiction “Read-by-myself “ fiction Primary Nonfiction Easy nonfiction for young readers Easy Books Picture Books or “Read-with-my-family” books Color Coding for ease in locating sections Acronyms and representations to jog memory for search strategies Manipulatives and active games for young learners Discovery Centers based information literacy expectations
24	Welcome to Montessori Magnet School LMC’s Center for the Study and Practice of Information Literacy and the QueSPER Curriculum
25	Research-Based Information Literacy Curriculum Child-centered Hands-on Integrated
26	The Center for the Study and Practice of Information Literacy Presents The QueSPER Curriculum An Information Literacy Curriculum for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade © Carol J. Fox, MLS
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