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=Information Literacy=

Standard 1: Students understand an inquiry process including how to access, evaluate and use information
By the end of grade 8 students will: 1.1 Apply steps of the inquiry process to satisfy both academic and personal information needs. 1.2 Focus the information need as it related to what they already know to formulate specific questions. 1.3 Select multiple print and non-print sources using various search strategies (e.g, human guidance, reflective thinking, Boolean operatives). 1.4 Recognize point of view or bias, use primary and secondary sources, and analyze and evaluate information for specific needs. 1.5 Interpret and use information in original products or presentations. 1.6 Apply criteria to determine how well the research process, products and conclusions meet the original need for information.

Standard 2: Students demonstrate an understanding of ethical, legal, and social responsibility in accessing, evaluating and using information, materials and technology
By the end of grade 8 students will: 2.1 Explain the importance of equitable access to a variety of information in a democratic society. 2.2 Recognize and apply concepts of intellectual property rights, avoid plagiarism, follow bibliographic form and cite all information sources used. 2.3 Follow school guidelines for responsible use of information resources (e.g., circulation policies, acceptable use policies). 2.4 Recognize the ideas and backgrounds of others and acknowledge their contributions.

Standard 3: Students seek a variety of materials for independent learning and personal enjoyment, including the appreciation of literature and other creative expressions.
By the end of grade 8 students will: 3.1 Use and respond to material and creative expressions from diverse cultures. 3.2 Interpret a wide variety of literature and other creative expressions in various genres and formats. 3.3 Use the library to find information for personal use and make connections to resources beyond the school library.

Standard 4: Students distinguish among, evaluate and appropriately use current and emerging media and technologies in the inquiry process.
By the end of grade 8 students will: 4.1 Select and apply appropriate media and technologies to meet information needs. 4.2 Select and refine appropriate search strategies to locate information in various media and technologies. 4.3 Apply criteria to evaluate the point if view and embedded values in information from a variety of media and technologies.