Big6 Video/DVD: Solving Information Problems The Big6™ Way (2003)
Using a lively, student-friendly approach, this engaging new video introduces the Big6 Skills to upper elementary and middle school students. Viewers follow a student, Bobby, as he learns and applies the Big6 to complete a school research assignment. With the help of his mentor and friend, Travis, Bobby’s attitude and abilities change from reluctance and confusion to confidence and proficiency in information problem solving. Through Bobby’s experience along with video clips of Mike Eisenberg teaching the Big6 to a class, viewers learn the overall Big6 process and each of the Big6 Skills.
Students learn how to apply these essential skills to their schoolwork as well as to everyday information problems. Includes a Mike Eisenberg introduction for educators on how to teach the Big6 and use this video with kids. Become a super information problem-solver with this new Big6 video!
(2003). 34 minutes. $95.00. Available in Video and DVD formats.
Available through Linworth Publishing
(800) 786-5017 or linworth@linworthpublishing.com
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Big6 #1 - Task Definition
Video Clip One: Bobby and Travis discuss the assignment.
Big6 #3 - Location & Access
Video Clip Two: Bobby learns hints how to improve his Internet search skills.
Big6 #4 - Use of Information
Video Clip Three: Mike Eisenberg demonstrates note taking strategies using PowerPoint.