Through the Goffstown School District library programs, we teach students information literacy skills and assess them in the following research areas

Use background knowledge - Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning

Select topic - Identify a topic that matches assigned subject matter

Inquire and self-assess - Develop and refine a range of questions to frame the search for new understanding. Recognize new knowledge and understanding.

Identify resources - Find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources to answer questions.

Read, take notes, and organize information - Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format.

Understand digital citizenship / Cite sources - Follow safe, ethical and legal guidelines in gathering and using information.

Draft - Use the writing process to draw conclusions from information and express new understandings

Present - Organize and display knowledge

Communicate and collaborate - share knowledge thoughtfully and safely.

Reflect - Consider personal learning experiences to identify knowledge gained and to identify strengths and weaknesses.

Prepare for lifelong learning - Pursue personal and aesthetic growth, strive for life-long learning using skills learned in inquiry process.

Standards met - CCSS, ISTE, AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner