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Biography Research Big 6 Steps

Learn the 6 key steps for researching biographies effectively, from selecting an individual to evaluating sources and presenting findings. This guide provides tips and resources for a successful biographical research project.

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Biography Research Big 6 Steps

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  1. Biography Research Big 6 Steps Ms. April Geltch CJUSD Librarian October 23, 2009

  2. Step #1-Task Definition Select an individual of importance and interest

  3. Step #2-Information Seeking Strategies Helpful Print Resources • Encyclopedias • Biographies (Dewey # 921) Helpful Online Resources • Biography.com- http://www.biography.com • Encyclopedia. com- http://www.encyclopedia.com • Fact Monster: Biographies of Notable People- http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0855207.html • Info Please- http://infoplease.com/people.html • People Spot- http://www.peoplespot.com

  4. Step #3-Location and Access Places to locate biographical information • Public Library • School Library • Computers with Internet Access • Book & Video Stores • Interviews

  5. Step #4-Use of Information

  6. Step #5-Synthesis • Summary • Presentation • Biographical Sketch

  7. Step #6-Evaluation • Described individual of interest • Discussed parts of background that steered individual towards future accomplishments • Greater focus on contributions and reactions over background information • Used a variety of relevant print & online resources • Met time and page limits • Presented print and written information in a clear and understandable manner

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