Reflection Sheet 2

1. Take some time to think about your topic.

Inquiry Based Learning and Information Literacy.
Now write down what you know about it.

IBL has multiple forms and models that can be modified to suit an educator. Information literacy is not automatically linked to inquiry-based learning as it needs to be modelled and taught explicitly in some cases. Inquiry-based learning becomes most powerful when students are able to build or create "artefacts" that are linked to or are a result of the construction of knowledge.

2. How interseted are you in this topic?
A great deal.

3. How much do you know about this topic?

I now have a better understanding of the models associated with inquiry-based learning. Kuhlthau's model with 7 stages that highlight the emotional involvement withthe research process has clarified the research process for me. Other interseting models include -  the Big 6, action learning, problem-based learning and much more...

4.When you do research, what do you generally find easy to do?

I now find it easier to find more relevant information as I have now learnt to use other "expert tools". Since starting this unit I have learnt more about boolean phrases, wonderwheels and timelines. I have learnt how to bookmark (still working through Delicious) and capture screen images of the information I am searching for. I have also learnt how to create a blog to track the research process. Even finding programs that are compatible with the programs I am working with is now much easier to do.

5. When you research, what do you generally find difficult to do?


I still find the most difficult element in the research process is my lack of knowledge with specific tools and techniques. I spent hours researching techniques required to simply upload an image onto the blog. Living in regional Queensland is also frustrating at times as the internet at home is often unreliable and keeps dropping out!!