Big6+-+detailed+steps


 * Big6 - detailed steps - from Big6 PDF **

1.1 Define the information problem
 * 1. Task Definition **

1.2 Identify information needed (to solve the information problem) o What is my current task?

o What are some topics or questions I need to answer?

o What information will I need?

2.1 Determine all possible sources (brainstorm)
 * 2. Information Seeking Strategies **

2.2 Select the best sources o What are all the possible sources to check?

o What are the best sources of information for this task?

3.1 Locate sources (intellectually and physically)
 * 3. Location and Access **

3.2 Find information within sources o Where can I find these sources?

o Where can I find the information in the source?

4.1 Engage (e.g., read, hear, view, touch)
 * 4. Use of Information **

4.2 Extract relevant information o What information do I expect to find in this source?

o What information from the source is useful?

5.1 Organize from multiple sources
 * 5. Synthesis **

5.2 Present the information

o How will I organize my information?

o How should I present my information?

6.1 Judge the product (effectiveness)
 * 6. Evaluation **

6.2 Judge the process (efficiency)

o Did I do what was required?

o Did I complete each of the Big6 Stages efficiently?