SSRM.SS.2.D

Use current technology such as library topic catalogues, networks, online information systems, academic journals, primary sources on the Internet, email interviews, and video interviews to collect information about the selected topic.

Social Studies Research Methods · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
current technologylibrary topic cataloguesnetworksonline information systemsacademic journalsprimary sourcesInternetemail interviewsvideo interviewsinformationselected topic
Skills
  • use (current technology for research) #dok2
  • collect (information using technology) #dok2
  • identify (appropriate technology tools for information gathering) #dok1
  • apply (various technologies to locate information about a topic) #dok3
Learning Targets
  • I can identify technological tools used to gather information about social studies topics. #dok1
  • I can use library topic catalogues, networks, and online information systems to collect information about a selected topic. #dok2
  • I can collect information from academic journals, primary sources on the Internet, and conduct email or video interviews. #dok2
  • I can apply current technology to efficiently locate and gather information relevant to a research topic. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Technology provides powerful tools and resources for collecting comprehensive, up-to-date information in social studies research.
  • Using a variety of technological sources strengthens the quality and scope of research by enabling access to diverse and credible information.
Essential Questions
  • How does current technology expand your ability to collect and analyze information for social studies research?
  • What are the benefits and limitations of using online systems and primary sources from the Internet in your research?
  • In what ways can technology help you gather more reliable or diverse information for your selected topic?
  • Which technological tools are most effective for collecting information on a complex social studies issue?
  • How do you determine the credibility of information obtained through different technological resources?