Distinguishing among different types of content when conducting online searches can be a challenge. An informative resource helps researchers identify different types of content, from fact-based reports to ads, from propaganda to satire. Before setting out on their search, as guided practice, scholars examine a sample search result sheet about a banana slug action movie. Learners then test their categorizing skills on real-world examples that interest them.

Concepts

facts, opinions, advertising, satire, research reports, locating information, information literacy, informational texts, news reporting

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Instructional Ideas

• Enlarge, color print, and display the "Explore the Information Universe" graphic
• Some class members may not be familiar with banana slugs; prepare and project images of banana slugs
• Project the "Save The Pacific Tree Octopus" as an example of satire

Classroom Considerations

• Requires copies, one for each participant, of the "Explore the Information Universe" and the "Sample Search Results" worksheets
• Learners need access to devices with internet

Pros

• Includes discussion questions and an extension activity

Cons

• None

Common Core

CCRA.R.7