Title of Lesson: Database Scavenger Hunt

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How can I effectively research a topic,

getting the most relevant results?
Students will learn how to efficiently use
databases to research a topic, narrowing
search results by Boolean terms, filters,
and other advanced search options.
CCRA.W.8: Gather relevant information
from multiple print and digital sources,
assess the credibility and accuracy of
each source, and integrate the
information while avoiding plagiarism.
English Language Arts (using Anchor
standard)
Computers, Internet access, libguide
with appropriate resources that include
databases related to content for
upcoming research project, PowerPoint
attached

Relevant, keywords, narrowing, broaden,

Boolean

a. Set induction: Ask students how to

answer the following question.
How did you plan to start
researching for this upcoming
project for World History?
b. Distribute computers
c. Show where libguide is located
d. Explain what keywords are and
what relevance meansdifference
between keyword and subject
e. Start with online catalog and
guide students through eBook
checkout.
f. Demonstrate using databases in
the libguide, including advanced
search and filters
g. Divide students into groups of 3
h. Explain Scavenger hunt (in
PowerPoint) and begin.
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Answer Key (ALWAYS check before

lessons to make sure answers are still
accurate)
Question 1: A Letter from a Crusader to
His Wife, March 29, 1098
Question 2: 27; Medieval Science and
Technology: 530 through 1452.
Question 3: check team results; teams
will need to check full text button in
search menu. Magna Carta is a primary
source document.
Question 4:
Medieval Europe, 5001500 CE
Question 5: Vaccines and Vaccinations
(smallpox was the disease)
Question 6: 2
Question 7: World Eras
Question 8: FALSE
Question 9: Greek

Created and Submitted by:___Nancy Hammons_________________________

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