How to Build Students’ Literacy Skills Through Research Projects
In this on-demand webinar, you’ll hear a detailed approach to facilitate high-quality research projects in your school. As a school leader or teacher, you can build a plan to guide students through an inquiry-based process that builds information literacy and other critical skills. Hear about:
The Importance of Research
- What quality research looks like
- How research helps students build information literacy, along with critical thinking, independent learning, and problem-solving skills
- Benefits of inquiry-based learning (IBL) and how it can lead to meaningful learning and expression
How to Work on a Research Project
- Starting the inquiry process
- Gathering, evaluating, and citing sources
- Organizing and synthesizing information
- Creating and presenting findings
- Using technology and tools
How to Work with School Librarians
- Reflecting on the research project
- Co-planning research projects
- Revitalizing and improving projects
About the presenter
Ryan Bani Tahmaseb is an author, K-12 academic coach, and curriculum developer. He is a former middle school English teacher, English department chair, and school librarian. His book The 21st-Century School Library was published in 2021. He is also author of the children’s book, Rostam’s Picture-Day Pusteen, and his debut middle grade book, Persian Mythology. Ryan’s writing has appeared in publications such as Edutopia, Education Week and the Carolina Quarterly.