DAY ONE
1) Introduction to the Project
Review Assignment
2) How are you going to collect and organize the information you find?
Introduction to MS Research eNotes
MS eNotes Student Template
MS eNotes Modified Student Template (EAL)
3) Mind Map - What questions do you have?
Pick one topic eg. Body Odor
Brainstorm questions/sub-topics you have regarding your topic
Ways to Brainstorm: Mind Map, Write a list, Doodle
EXAMPLE OF STUDENT MIND MAPS
DAY TWO
1) How you do know if the source is viable?
SHOW STUDENTS - Youtube Clip - CRAAP Test
Evaluate the Site using the CRAAP Test!
2) Finding information a particular source (Book & Website) Model
3) HOW DO I SUMMARIZE INFORMATION?
Model - Alexander/Barnes/Kehe - Summarizing Graphic Organizer
DAY THREE
1) Finalize Research
2) Do you know how you are presenting the information?
Poster
Slide Show
Infographic
Other
How do I know if this is a good source to use?
Use the CRAAP Model to Evaluation Information
Currency - when was it published?
Relevance - does it relate to your topic?
Authority - does the author/organization have credentials related to the subject?
Accuracy - does it include verified facts?
Purpose - Is it to inform, sell, entertain, or persuade?
Animated Educational Site for Students which includes Health information.
Database Page (see tab above)
Mrs.A's Website - A selection of great videos related to Puberty
Puberty: Information about me, myself, I. Body Talk is an independent, not-for-profit organization, everybody should have access to high-quality clinical services and information.
Puberty - Some of the important things to know about body changes, feelings, relationships, and more!
(Government of Western Australia - Department of Health)
Here's what you'll find on KidsHealth.org:
Stages of Puberty - What Happens to boys and girls
Include facts, advice, and support for teens and parents who have questions about puberty.
(National Health Service - UK)
Period Underwear Review (Choice)- Take a closer look at period underwear and see how it stacks up against pads and tampons.
Getting Your Period at School (KidsHealth)
How to Use a Menstrual Cup (Organicup)
Period quiz: Do you know menstruation fact from fiction? (ABC News Australia)
What is a Menstrual Cup? And What Makes them so Special? (TheCupEffect)
Articles for students about making healthy positive decisions.
A list of books from Common Sense Media specifically geared toward middle school.
My Body, My Self for Boys by Lindy Madaras and Area Madaras
(pdf - a copy of the entire book - please open - go to the Table of Contents and then scroll down to the chapter you need)
My Body My Self, for Girls by Lynda Madaras and Area Madaras
(pdf - a copy of the entire book - please open - go to the Table of Contents and then scroll down to the chapter you need)
Sex, Puberty and all that Stuff: A guide to growing up by Jacqui Bailey
(pdf - a copy of the entire book - please open - go to the Table of Contents and then scroll down to the chapter you need)
BOOKS AVAILABLE ON SORA
Feel free to check out a book on SORA and then under OPTIONS ON SORA you can return it as soon as you are done so another student can have access to it.
HelloFlo - The Guide. Period (Sora)