Hingham Public Schools
Library Media Curriculum Guidelines
Fifth Grade
Description
The emphasis in fifth grade is to develop an information literate student with 21st century skills. Students visit the library regularly for instruction and book selection. Flexible and nonflexible scheduling offers students the opportunity to extend classroom studies in the Library. In accordance with state and national standards, students are exposed to literature in a variety of formats and receive continued classroom curriculum research support.
Objectives
· Continue to demonstrate previously acquired skills
· Develop literature appreciation through peer sharing and book talks
· Utilize print and digital reference resources
· Independently evaluate websites and online sources
· Understand the definition of copyright, bibliography and plagiarism
· Introduction to media literacy skills
Exit Expectations
Students will access information efficiently and effectively
Students will evaluate information critically and competently
Students will use information accurately and creatively in conjunction with teacher
Students will pursue information related to personal interests
Students will appreciate literature and other creative expressions of information
Students will recognize the importance democratic society and the library as a face of this society
Students will practice ethical behavior in regards to information and informational technology
The emphasis in fifth grade is to develop an information literate student with 21st century skills. Students visit the library regularly for instruction and book selection. Flexible and nonflexible scheduling offers students the opportunity to extend classroom studies in the Library. In accordance with state and national standards, students are exposed to literature in a variety of formats and receive continued classroom curriculum research support.
Objectives
· Continue to demonstrate previously acquired skills
· Develop literature appreciation through peer sharing and book talks
· Utilize print and digital reference resources
· Independently evaluate websites and online sources
· Understand the definition of copyright, bibliography and plagiarism
· Introduction to media literacy skills
Exit Expectations
Students will access information efficiently and effectively
Students will evaluate information critically and competently
Students will use information accurately and creatively in conjunction with teacher
Students will pursue information related to personal interests
Students will appreciate literature and other creative expressions of information
Students will recognize the importance democratic society and the library as a face of this society
Students will practice ethical behavior in regards to information and informational technology
