The Big6
Todays world is overrun with information. It is imperative that we learn to distinguish what is the important information and how to remember it, however, what is significant for us to know? How do we find what we need to know, were do we look for it when we need it and how will we need to use it when we find it. Mike Eisenbeery and Bob Berkowitz created the Big6 process model to provide us with a system that will enable us to locate, assess, and implement the information that we need when we need it. The Big6 is a simple process of information problem solving that can be understood and implemented by people of all ages.
From the title we can see that the Big6 consists of six simple stages, incorporating 2 steps to help us reach each stage. I find it a fantastic tool that is simple to understand and apply and find it great that it isn't age defined.
I found these displays that I have posted in this blog on the Big6 website, (address can be found in my reference list below). Aren't they fantastic! Imagine their value when coloured and placed in a classroom of students learning how to learn.
Todays world is overrun with information. It is imperative that we learn to distinguish what is the important information and how to remember it, however, what is significant for us to know? How do we find what we need to know, were do we look for it when we need it and how will we need to use it when we find it. Mike Eisenbeery and Bob Berkowitz created the Big6 process model to provide us with a system that will enable us to locate, assess, and implement the information that we need when we need it. The Big6 is a simple process of information problem solving that can be understood and implemented by people of all ages.
From the title we can see that the Big6 consists of six simple stages, incorporating 2 steps to help us reach each stage. I find it a fantastic tool that is simple to understand and apply and find it great that it isn't age defined.
I found these displays that I have posted in this blog on the Big6 website, (address can be found in my reference list below). Aren't they fantastic! Imagine their value when coloured and placed in a classroom of students learning how to learn.
References
Big6 Skills Overview. Retrieved from
A great find, and well worthwhile sharing with your students if you are able to "posterise" them. And the ideas of the Big Six are so important in "filling in" the middle parts of learning - the analysis, evaluation, of information.
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ReplyDeleteI love the images you added to this blog entry. I like the pictures and that each step only has 2 steps. Easy to follow and understand. They add to what you have written and then you could use these images in the class room to assist students with their learning and what is expected.
Keep up the great work.
Regards, Karen