ELA.5.C.2.1 ELA.5.C.4.1 CC.1.4.5.V CC.1.4.5.W 5.6.H 5.13.C 5.13.D 5.13.E 5.13.F 5.13.G

Common Core Standards Research and Synthesis
Grade:	5th Grade
Standard:	ELA.5.C.2.1
Description:	Present information orally, in a logical sequence, using nonverbal cues, appropriate volume, clear pronunciation, and appropriate pacing.
Standard:	ELA.5.C.4.1
Description:	Conduct research to answer a question, organizing information about the topic and using multiple reliable and valid sources.
Standard:	CC.1.4.5.V
Description:	Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
Standard:	CC.1.4.5.W
Description:	Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; summarize or paraphrase information in notes and finished work, and provide a list of sources.
Standard:	5.6.H
Description:	synthesize information to create new understanding; and
Standard:	5.13.C
Description:	identify and gather relevant information from a variety of sources;
Standard:	5.13.D
Description:	understand credibility of primary and secondary sources;
Standard:	5.13.E
Description:	demonstrate understanding of information gathered;
Standard:	5.13.F
Description:	differentiate between paraphrasing and plagiarism when using source materials;
Standard:	5.13.G
Description:	develop a bibliography; and

Research & Synthesis

When you research a topic, you gather information about it from relevant and credible sources. You may then combine, or synthesize, the information in your own words. All sources used in a report or presentation should be written down at the end in a bibliography.

Choosing Good Sources

Sources are people, books, articles, or other things from which you can gather information about a topic.

TOPIC: A Career as a Zoologist

Relevant sources are specifically connected to the topic.

Which source is more relevant to the topic?
- An article called "What Does a Zoologist Do?"
- A nonfiction book called The History of Zoos.

Credible sources are ones that can be believed.

They are experts or include information from experts.

Which source is an expert in the topic?
- A zoologist who works with elephants in a zoo.
- Your best friend, who visits the zoo often.

They are known for their accurate information.

Which source is more likely to provide accurate information?
- An article about zoology in National Geographic magazine.
- An online blog written by a middle school student who loves animals.

They provide facts, not opinions.

Which source is more likely to provide facts, not just opinions?
- An article called "The Life of a Zoologist" at www.careersinscience.org.
- An online blog post with the title "Why All Zoos Should Be Shut Down Now!"

They provide current, up-to-date information.

Which source is more current, or up-to-date?
- An article called "The New Zoology," published within the last five years.
- A book about the study of animals, written in the 1800s.

Primary vs. Secondary Sources

A primary source provides first-hand information about a topic. Primary sources include people who have personal knowledge of a topic. They include what these people have written or created. They also include genuine objects directly related to the topic.

A secondary source provides second-hand information about a topic. Secondary sources include books, articles, or other materials written ABOUT something, but not BY someone with first-hand experience of the topic.

TOPIC: A Career as a Zoologist

A zoologist who works with elephants in a zoo.

A career counselor with information about what zoologists do.

TOPIC: The Great Depression

A textbook chapter called "The Great Depression."

The diary of a person who lived during the Great Depression.

TOPIC: Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin's autobiography.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin written in 2006.

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When researching a topic, it is important to use a variety of credible and relevant sources. Take notes about what you learn, and record the titles, publication dates, authors, and any other important information about your sources. Go to the next page to see an example of combining, or synthesizing, information from a variety of sources.

Common Core Standards

Research and Synthesis

ELA.5.C.2.1

Present information orally, in a logical sequence, using nonverbal cues, appropriate volume, clear pronunciation, and appropriate pacing.

ELA.5.C.4.1

Conduct research to answer a question, organizing information about the topic and using multiple reliable and valid sources.

CC.1.4.5.V

Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.

CC.1.4.5.W

Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; summarize or paraphrase information in notes and finished work, and provide a list of sources.

5.6.H

synthesize information to create new understanding; and

5.13.C

identify and gather relevant information from a variety of sources;

5.13.D

understand credibility of primary and secondary sources;

5.13.E

demonstrate understanding of information gathered;

5.13.F

differentiate between paraphrasing and plagiarism when using source materials;

5.13.G

develop a bibliography; and

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