Student Profile Questionnaire
1 I like to doodle or draw when I am sitting and listening to music
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
D depends on my mood
2. I like to listen to music when I am in class, it helps me focus on the information being presented
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
D depends on my mood
3 I like to move, tap or fidget when sitting.
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
4 I enjoy being outside, care about the environment and learn best by going on field trips
Naturalist Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
5 I like sharing my opinions, ideas and feeling with others.
Intrapersonal Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
6 I think of myself as a leader, rather than a follower and I prefer team sports or group activities
Interpersonal Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
7 I like to do things in class that gets me out of my seat, moving around and doing things.
Bodily / Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
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8 I know the tunes and lyrics to many different songs and often find myself humming a tune to myself.
Musical / Rhythmic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
9 I like to draw or sketch and when I read or have free time.
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
10. I can see or visualize the story as I read. I see the story unfolding in my head
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
11. My brain is always searching or looking for patterns to give things order
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
12 When ever I see a billboard I have to take the time to read it.
Verbal Linguistic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
13 I like to be allowed to make choices for the activities or projects that I have to complete
Choices Learning Styles
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
14 I like been given predictable activities with detailed directions provided at the start of the activities
Practicality- Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
15 I like having access to a wide range of resources related to a topic and then to explore the topic as deeply and thoroughly as desired.
Research Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
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16 I prefer to work on activities that include various perspectives or opportunities to discuss ideas, opinions and beliefs
Feelings Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
17 Which type of activity do you prefer?
Learning Styles
A Working on a project that allows me to do things in my own way
B Working with facts, numbers, dates and details
C Working on expanding and developing ideas
D Working with a variety of perspectives or points of view
18 What learning style best describes you?
Learning Styles
A I prefer reading, like to use colour in projects and use graphic organizers
B I when given a choice, I prefer listening and discussing to reading and writing a report
C I prefer drawing and writing to talking and listening. I like to use my hands to build the project
19. If you were given a choice for the format of a final project, which of the following would be your number one choice?
A) Create a graphic organizers like a concept map or time line (Logical/ Mathematical)
B) Write and produce a song, poem or rap (Musical Rhythmic)
C) Create a cooperative game or conduct a hands-on exercise (Body Kinesthetics)
D) Create a commercial or advertisement (Verbal/ Linguistic)
E) Tell a story or do a role playing activity (Interpersonal)
F) Take a field trip to collect and categorize data (Naturalist)
G) Think about and plan ... or Review and Visualize (Intrapersonal)
20 When taking notes from a lesson, what would you prefer to do?
Learning Styles
A Make a mind map (Visual map)
B Record your notes and then listen to them (podcast)
C Link what you are learning to real examples
BLM 4.4 Learning Types Inventory- How Do I learn Best
Learning Styles page 65Start Where they are: Differentiating for Success with Young Adults, Page 4-6
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21 You are planning a road trip. How do you get organized
A Get directions from Google or Map Quest
B Ask someone else for ideas on where to go
C Have an idea on where you want to go but then Just start
D Plan the trip down to the last detail
E Create a wish list
F See where other people have gone
G Re-visit a place that you liked as a child
H Read a book
22 You visit a book store and money is not a problem... You can choice as many as you want..
How do you select the book?
A "This one has a great cover that has captured by attention
B " I have heard great things about this book"
C " I like the information on the back cover.... "
23 If you could do anything in the world... what would you like to do?
A Drive a sports car or race car
B Ride a horse
C Run the Marathon
D Travel back in time or forward in time
E Trade places with someone
24 What would you do on your holiday if money was no problem?
A go somewhere exotic
B explore Ontario
C go some where where there are great attractions
D take my friends to a place we all want to go
25 What do you like to do? If I could spend my time any way I want to... I like to do..
A Outdoor sports
B Virtual Sports
C Individual sports
D Group or team sports / activities
E Indoor sports
26 Solving problems is enjoyable for me .
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
27 I enjoy reading and understand verbal (spoken) or written (printed) information better than visual images (pictures) like on
on television or movies
Verbal/ Linguistic Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
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28 I enjoy talking on the phone and writing my ideas down
Verbal / Linguistic - Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
29 I enjoy brain-teasers and games that require me to think deeper
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most or all the time
Source:A Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction , Grade 4 to 6 Volume One, Page 139 and 140
30 I like to read about something rather than have someone describe it for me
VAK Visual Learner
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
31 I remember something better if I write it down.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
32 When I want to remember something, I like to make a diagram, drawing or sketch of the idea.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
33 I like to hear the information or directions before I start something.
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
34 When I read something, I hear it in my head. I can hear the writer telling the story
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
35 I can remember things without taking notes
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
36 I need to try things for myself to make the learning real or purposeful
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
37 I think better when I am moving around - I can not sit for long.
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
38 I need to talk about something to understand the idea or concept. I need to hear my ideas, to test my ideas. Talking makes this happen
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
39 I remember things by saying it over in my mind or saying it out loud
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
VAK Inventory Source: Evidence to Action: Engaging and Teaching Young Adults through Assessment, Copyright 2010 Person Canada
VAK Inventory: Start Where they are:Differentiating for Success with the Young Adult, Copyright 2008 Pearson Education Canada
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40 Outside of School - How much time do you spend doing homework a night?
A Do not do homework
B Do what work is due the next day
C half hour to one hour a day
D an hour or more a day
41 How many hours a day are you on the Internet to do homework?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
42 How many hours a day are you on the Internet doing other things than school work??
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
43 How many hours a day are you on the phone or cell phone or Instant M
A less than an hour
B about an hour
C 2 hours
D more than 2 hours a day
44 How many hours a day do you watch TV ?
A less than an hour a day
B 1.5 hours a day
C More than 2 hours a day
D Do not watch TV
45 How many hours a day do you use to do work around home or at a part
A than 1/2 an hour
B an hour a day
C 1.5 hours
D 2 or more hours a day
46 What would you rather do:
A play a sport (hockey, baseball, football, soccer...)
B read a book
C listen to music
D watch a movie
E go for a walk
F play a musical instrument
G go swimming
H play a game or surf the Internet
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47 How many hours do you think you are involved in physical activities like running, exercising, a day ?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
48 How many hours a day are you involved in exercising your brain or increasing your thinking powers? (reading, working on puzzles, .....)
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
49 What is your least favourite subject in school?
A Art/ Music/ Drama
B Math
C Science
D English
E History
F Tech
G Geography
H Physical Education
I I dislike school
50 How would you describe yourself?
Personality
A Shy
B Outgoing
C Like try new things
D Quiet but likes to get involved if asked
E Like to work by myself
F Like to be in a group
G like to be a follower
H like to be the leader
51 Which one of these famous people would you like to meet?
A Terrence Howard from "The Prince and the frog"
B Sandra Bullock from "The Blind Side"
C Morgan Freeman from "Invictus"
D Kristen Stewart from "The Twilight Saga: New Moon"
E Matt Dillon from "Armoured"
F Jake Cusack from "2012"
G Jake Gyllenhall from "Brothers"
H John Travolta from "Old Dogs"
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52 What type of music do you listen to
A Classic
B Country
C Rock
D Pop
E Alternative
F Easy Listening
G Hip Hop/Rap
H Other
53 If you could interview a famous Canadian, who on this list would you
A Margaret Atwood: writer; author of "The Handmaid's Tale"
B Roberta Bondar: space shuttle astronaut
C Kurt Browning: figure skater
D John Candy: comedic actor
E Wayne Gretzky:hockey superstar
F Margot Kidder actress; Lois Lane of "Superman" movies
G k.d. lang: rock/country singer and songwriter
H Michael J Fox: television and movie actor
54 If you could trade places with a famous Television personality, who on this list would you like to trade places with?
A Laurence Fishburne (CSI)
B Simon Baker (The Mentalist)
C Mark Harmon (NCIS)
D Charlie Sheen (Two and a half Men)
E Jodi Foster (Nim's Island and The Brave One)
F Meryl Streep (Julie and Julia)
G Gillian Anderson (The X Files)
H Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side)
55 Which of the following Graphic Organizers do you prefer to use?
A Mind Maps
B Concept Maps
C Venn Diagrams
D Fishbone Diagrams
E Placemats
F Brainstorming Diagram
56 My Writing can best be described as
A) Poor
B) Always neat
C) Good
D) Hard to read
57 When trying to concetrate, I can be
A) Easily distracted
B) Distracted by movement but not by sound
C) Easily distracted by sounds but not by movement
D) I am not easily distracted by sound or movement
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58. When working in a group
A) I would rather be somewhere else
B) Usually take notes to record the work
C) Enjoy talking about the issues and hearing other points of view
D) Enjoy listening but anxious to share my thoughts
E) Have difficulty listening to others
59 People can generally tell how I feel by
A) My body movement
B) My tone of voice
C) My facial expression
D) I am good at hiding my feelings
60. As a student, I like to be rewarded with
A) Written positve comments
B) Some contact like a pat on the back or handshake
C) Postive comments spoken to myself and the class
D) Positve comments spoken quietly to just me
61. When I am angry, I usually
A) Clench my fist or grasp something tightly
B) Storm off to leave the situation
C) Am quick to let people know why I am angry
D) Give others the "Silent" treatment
E) I get over my anger quickly
Source: What's My Style, W.J. Townsend, Brownlee Publishing
Learning Strategies: Student Handout Unit 2 Lesson 7
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Short Answer Questions
1. If there were a course that allowed you to choose what you would like to take?
What would it be?
Can you explain your reasons for taking the course?
2. What frustrates me the most in the classroom is....?
3. What types of Projects are the most fun to do?
4. What would the perfect classroom look like?
5. When you are frustrated or upset, what helps you calm down?
6. Describe the perfect teacher for you.
7. Describe the perfect student (from your point of view)
Monday, December 28, 2009
Student Profile Questionaire
Student Profile Questionnaire
1 I like to doodle or draw when I am sitting and listening to music
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
D depends on my mood
2. I like to listen to music when I am in class, it helps me focus on the information being presented
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
D depends on my mood
3 I like to move, tap or fidget when sitting.
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
4 I enjoy being outside, care about the environment and learn best by going on field trips
Naturalist Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
5 I like sharing my opinions, ideas and feeling with others.
Intrapersonal Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
6 I think of myself as a leader, rather than a follower and I prefer team sports or group activities
Interpersonal Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
7 I like to do things in class that gets me out of my seat, moving around and doing things.
Bodily / Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
8 I know the tunes and lyrics to many different songs and often find myself humming a tune to myself.
Musical / Rhythmic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
9 I like to draw or sketch and when I read or have free time.
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
10. I can see or visualize the story as I read. I see the story unfolding in my head
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
12 When ever I see a billboard I have to take the time to read it.
Verbal Linguistic Multiple Intelligences
Verbal Linguistic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
13 I like to be allowed to make choices for the activities or projects that I have to complete
Choices Learning Styles
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
Choices Learning Styles
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
14 I like been given predictable activities with detailed directions provided at the start of the activities
Practicality- Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
15 I like having access to a wide range of resources related to a topic and then to explore the topic as deeply and thoroughly as desired.
Research Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
16 I prefer to work on activities that include various perspectives or opportunities to discuss ideas, opinions and beliefs
Feelings Learning Style
Feelings Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
17 Which type of activity do you prefer?
Learning Styles
A Working on a project that allows me to do things in my own way
B Working with facts, numbers, dates and details
C Working on expanding and developing ideas
D Working with a variety of perspectives or points of view
C Working on expanding and developing ideas
D Working with a variety of perspectives or points of view
18 What learning style best describes you?
Learning Styles
Learning Styles
A I prefer reading, like to use colour in projects and use graphic organizers
B I when given a choice, I prefer listening and discussing to reading and writing a report
C I prefer drawing and writing to talking and listening. I like to use my hands to build the project
19. If you were given a choice for the format of a final project, which of the following would be your number one choice?
A) Create a graphic organizers like a concept map or time line (Logical/ Mathematical)
B) Write and produce a song, poem or rap (Musical Rhythmic)
C) Create a cooperative game or conduct a hands-on exercise (Body Kinesthetics)
D) Create a commercial or advertisement (Verbal/ Linguistic)
E) Tell a story or do a role playing activity (Interpersonal)
F) Take a field trip to collect and categorize data (Naturalist)
G) Think about and plan ... or Review and Visualize (Intrapersonal)
20 When taking notes from a lesson, what would you prefer to do?
Learning Styles
Learning Styles
A Make a mind map (Visual map)
B Record your notes and then listen to them (podcast)
C Link what you are learning to real examples
B Record your notes and then listen to them (podcast)
C Link what you are learning to real examples
BLM 4.4 Learning Types Inventory- How Do I learn Best
Learning Styles page 65Start Where they are: Differentiating for Success with Young Adults, Page 4-6
21 You are planning a road trip. How do you get organized
A Get directions from Google or Map Quest
B Ask someone else for ideas on where to go
C Have an idea on where you want to go but then Just start
D Plan the trip down to the last detail
E Create a wish list
F See where other people have gone
G Re-visit a place that you liked as a child
H Read a book
B Ask someone else for ideas on where to go
C Have an idea on where you want to go but then Just start
D Plan the trip down to the last detail
E Create a wish list
F See where other people have gone
G Re-visit a place that you liked as a child
H Read a book
22 You visit a book store and money is not a problem... You can choice as many as you want..
How do you select the book?
A "This one has a great cover that has captured by attention
B " I have heard great things about this book"
C " I like the information on the back cover.... "
23 If you could do anything in the world... what would you like to do?
A Drive a sports car or race car
B Ride a horse
C Run the Marathon
D Travel back in time or forward in time
E Trade places with someone
B Ride a horse
C Run the Marathon
D Travel back in time or forward in time
E Trade places with someone
24 What would you do on your holiday if money was no problem?
A go somewhere exotic
B explore Ontario
C go some where where there are great attractions
D take my friends to a place we all want to go
25 What do you like to do? If I could spend my time any way I want to... I like to do..
A Outdoor sports
B Virtual Sports
C Individual sports
D Group or team sports / activities
E Indoor sports
A Outdoor sports
B Virtual Sports
C Individual sports
D Group or team sports / activities
E Indoor sports
26 Solving problems is enjoyable for me .
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
27 I enjoy reading and understand verbal (spoken) or written (printed) information better than visual images (pictures) like on
on television or movies
Verbal/ Linguistic Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
28 I enjoy talking on the phone and writing my ideas down
Verbal / Linguistic - Multiple Intelligences
Verbal / Linguistic - Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
29 I enjoy brain-teasers and games that require me to think deeper
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligence
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most or all the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most or all the time
Source:A Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction , Grade 4 to 6 Volume One, Page 139 and 140
30 I like to read about something rather than have someone describe it for me
VAK Visual Learner
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
31 I remember something better if I write it down.
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
31 I remember something better if I write it down.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
32 When I want to remember something, I like to make a diagram, drawing or sketch of the idea.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
33 I like to hear the information or directions before I start something.
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
34 When I read something, I hear it in my head. I can hear the writer telling the story
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
35 I can remember things without taking notes
VAK Auditory
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
C true for me most of the time
36 I need to try things for myself to make the learning real or purposeful
VAK Kinesthetic
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
37 I think better when I am moving around - I can not sit for long.
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
37 I think better when I am moving around - I can not sit for long.
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
38 I need to talk about something to understand the idea or concept. I need to hear my ideas, to test my ideas. Talking makes this happen
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
39 I remember things by saying it over in my mind or saying it out loud
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
C true for me most of the time
VAK Inventory Source: Evidence to Action: Engaging and Teaching Young Adults through Assessment, Copyright 2010 Person Canada
VAK Inventory: Start Where they are:Differentiating for Success with the Young Adult, Copyright 2008 Pearson Education Canada
40 Outside of School - How much time do you spend doing homework a night?
A Do not do homework
B Do what work is due the next day
C half hour to one hour a day
D an hour or more a day
B Do what work is due the next day
C half hour to one hour a day
D an hour or more a day
41 How many hours a day are you on the Internet to do homework?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
42 How many hours a day are you on the Internet doing other things than school work??
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
43 How many hours a day are you on the phone or cell phone or Instant M
A less than an hour
B about an hour
C 2 hours
D more than 2 hours a day
B about an hour
C 2 hours
D more than 2 hours a day
44 How many hours a day do you watch TV ?
A less than an hour a day
B 1.5 hours a day
C More than 2 hours a day
D Do not watch TV
B 1.5 hours a day
C More than 2 hours a day
D Do not watch TV
45 How many hours a day do you use to do work around home or at a part
A than 1/2 an hour
B an hour a day
C 1.5 hours
D 2 or more hours a day
A than 1/2 an hour
B an hour a day
C 1.5 hours
D 2 or more hours a day
46 What would you rather do:
A play a sport (hockey, baseball, football, soccer...)
B read a book
C listen to music
D watch a movie
E go for a walk
F play a musical instrument
G go swimming
H play a game or surf the Internet
47 How many hours do you think you are involved in physical activities like running, exercising, a day ?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
48 How many hours a day are you involved in exercising your brain or increasing your thinking powers? (reading, working on puzzles, .....)
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
49 What is your least favourite subject in school?
A Art/ Music/ Drama
B Math
C Science
D English
E History
F Tech
G Geography
H Physical Education
B Math
C Science
D English
E History
F Tech
G Geography
H Physical Education
I I dislike school
50 How would you describe yourself?
Personality
Personality
A Shy
B Outgoing
C Like try new things
D Quiet but likes to get involved if asked
E Like to work by myself
F Like to be in a group
G like to be a follower
H like to be the leader
51 Which one of these famous people would you like to meet?
A Terrence Howard from "The Prince and the frog"
B Sandra Bullock from "The Blind Side"
C Morgan Freeman from "Invictus"
D Kristen Stewart from "The Twilight Saga: New Moon"
E Matt Dillon from "Armoured"
F Jake Cusack from "2012"
G Jake Gyllenhall from "Brothers"
H John Travolta from "Old Dogs"
A Terrence Howard from "The Prince and the frog"
B Sandra Bullock from "The Blind Side"
C Morgan Freeman from "Invictus"
D Kristen Stewart from "The Twilight Saga: New Moon"
E Matt Dillon from "Armoured"
F Jake Cusack from "2012"
G Jake Gyllenhall from "Brothers"
H John Travolta from "Old Dogs"
52 What type of music do you listen to
A Classic
B Country
B Country
C Rock
D Pop
E Alternative
F Easy Listening
G Hip Hop/Rap
H Other
D Pop
E Alternative
F Easy Listening
G Hip Hop/Rap
H Other
53 If you could interview a famous Canadian, who on this list would you
A Margaret Atwood: writer; author of "The Handmaid's Tale"
B Roberta Bondar: space shuttle astronaut
C Kurt Browning: figure skater
D John Candy: comedic actor
E Wayne Gretzky:hockey superstar
F Margot Kidder actress; Lois Lane of "Superman" movies
G k.d. lang: rock/country singer and songwriter
H Michael J Fox: television and movie actor
B Roberta Bondar: space shuttle astronaut
C Kurt Browning: figure skater
D John Candy: comedic actor
E Wayne Gretzky:hockey superstar
F Margot Kidder actress; Lois Lane of "Superman" movies
G k.d. lang: rock/country singer and songwriter
H Michael J Fox: television and movie actor
54 If you could trade places with a famous Television personality, who on this list would you like to trade places with?
A Laurence Fishburne (CSI)
B Simon Baker (The Mentalist)
C Mark Harmon (NCIS)
D Charlie Sheen (Two and a half Men)
E Jodi Foster (Nim's Island and The Brave One)
F Meryl Streep (Julie and Julia)
G Gillian Anderson (The X Files)
B Simon Baker (The Mentalist)
C Mark Harmon (NCIS)
D Charlie Sheen (Two and a half Men)
E Jodi Foster (Nim's Island and The Brave One)
F Meryl Streep (Julie and Julia)
G Gillian Anderson (The X Files)
H Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side)
55 Which of the following Graphic Organizers do you prefer to use?
A Mind Maps
B Concept Maps
C Venn Diagrams
D Fishbone Diagrams
E Placemats
F Brainstorming Diagram
B Concept Maps
C Venn Diagrams
D Fishbone Diagrams
E Placemats
F Brainstorming Diagram
56 My Writing can best be described as
A) Poor
B) Always neat
C) Good
D) Hard to read
57 When trying to concetrate, I can be
A) Easily distracted
B) Distracted by movement but not by sound
C) Easily distracted by sounds but not by movement
D) I am not easily distracted by sound or movement
58. When working in a group
A) I would rather be somewhere else
B) Usually take notes to record the work
C) Enjoy talking about the issues and hearing other points of view
D) Enjoy listening but anxious to share my thoughts
E) Have difficulty listening to others
59 People can generally tell how I feel by
A) My body movement
B) My tone of voice
C) My facial expression
D) I am good at hiding my feelings
60. As a student, I like to be rewarded with
A) Written positve comments
B) Some contact like a pat on the back or handshake
C) Postive comments spoken to myself and the class
D) Positve comments spoken quietly to just me
61. When I am angry, I usually
A) Clench my fist or grasp something tightly
B) Storm off to leave the situation
C) Am quick to let people know why I am angry
D) Give others the "Silent" treatment
E) I get over my anger quickly
Source: What's My Style, W.J. Townsend, Brownlee Publishing
Learning Strategies: Student Handout Unit 2 Lesson 7
Short Answer Questions
1. If there were a course that allowed you to choose what you would like to take?
What would it be?
Can you explain your reasons for taking the course?
2. What frustrates me the most in the classroom is....?
3. What types of Projects are the most fun to do?
4. What would the perfect classroom look like?
5. When you are frustrated or upset, what helps you calm down?
6. Describe the perfect teacher for you.
7. Describe the perfect student (from your point of view)
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Student Profiles
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AaPIBJeGHNNjZG54d252Ml8xNTZkOXE2a3pmag&hl=en
I am working on creating a survey to get a picture of students. Their likes, interests etc.
Student Profile Questionnaire
1 I like to doodle or draw when I am sitting and listening to music or when I am in class
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
2 I like to move, tap or fidget when sitting.
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
3 I care about the environment and learn best by going on field trips
Naturalist Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
4 I know my strengths and weaknesses and have no problem sharing my feelings or opinions
Intrapersonal Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
5 I think of myself as a leader, rather than a follower and I prefer team sports
Interpersonal Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
6 I like to do things in class that gets me out of my seat and doing things, moving around
Bodily / Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
7 I know the tunes to many different songs and often find myself humming a tune to myself.
Musical / Rhythmic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
8 I love to draw and when I read, I can see the story happening in my head
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
9 My brain is always searching for patterns or an order to make things make sense or have an order to them
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
10 When ever I see a billboard I have to take the time to read it.
Verbal Linguistic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
11 I like to be allowed to make choices in what activities to do and how to complete them. I like choice
Choices Learning Styles
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
12 I like been given predictable activities with detailed directions provided at the start of the activities
Practicality- Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
13 I like having access to a wide range of resources related to a topic and then to explore the topic as deeply and thoroughly as desired.
Research Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
14 I prefer to work on activities that include various perspectives or opportunities to discuss ideas, opinions and beliefs
Feelings Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
15 Which type of activity do you prefer?
Learning Styles
A Working on a project that allows me to do things in my own way
B Working with facts, numbers, dates and details
C Working on expanding and developing ideas
D Working with a variety of perspectives or points of view
16 What learning style best describes you?
Learning Styles
A I prefer reading and like colour and using graphic organizers
B I prefer talking and listen to reading and would rather do a written report
C I prefer drawing and writing to talking and I like to use my hands to build the project
17 What object would best describe you?
Learning Styles
A Graphic Novel
B Talk Show Host
C Circus Performer
D A person who is good at everything (Renaissance Person)
18 When taking notes from a lesson, what would you prefer to do?
Learning Styles
A Make a mind map (Visual map)
B Put your notes and tape and listen to them (podcast)
C Link what you are learning to real examples
19 You are planning a road trip. How do you get organized
A Get directions from Google or Map Quest
B Ask someone else for ideas on where to go
C Have an idea on where you want to go but then Just start
D Plan the trip down to the last detail
E Create a wish list
F See where other people have gone
G Re-visit a place that you liked as a child
H Read a book
20 You visit a book store and money is not a problem... You can choice as many as you want..
How do you select the book?
A "This one has a great cover that has captured by attention
B " I have heard great things about this book"
C " I like the information on the back cover.... "
21 If you could do anything in the world... what would you like to do?
A Drive a sports car or race car
B Ride a horse
C Run the Marathon
D Travel back in time or forward in time
E Trade places with someone
22 What would you do on your holiday?
A go somewhere exotic
B explore Ontario
C go some where where there are great attractions
D take my friends to a place we all want to go
23 What do you like to do? If I could spend my time any way I want to... I like to do..
A Outdoor sports
B Virtual Sports
C Individual sports
D Group or team sports / activities
E Indoor sports
24 Solving problems is enjoyable for me .
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
25 I enjoy reading and understand verbal (spoken) or written (printed) information better than visual images (pictures) like on
on television or movies
Verbal/ Linguistic Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
26 I enjoy talking on the phone and writing my ideas down
Verbal / Linguistic - Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
27 I like to read about something rather than have someone describe it for me
VAK Visual Learner
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
28 I remember something better if I write it down.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
29 When I want to remember something, I like to make a diagram, drawing or sketch of the idea.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
30 I like to hear the information or directions before I start something.
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
31 When I read something, I hear it in my head. I can hear the writer telling the story
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
32 I can remember things without taking notes
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
33 I need to try things for myself to make the learning real or purposeful
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
34 I think better when I am moving around - I can not sit for long.
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
35 I need to talk about something to understand the idea or concept. I need to hear my ideas, to test my ideas. Talking makes this happen
VAK Audotory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
36 I remember things by saying it over in my mind or saying it out loud
VAK Audotory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
37 Outside of School - How much time do you spend doing homework a night?
A Do not do homework
B Do what work is due the next day
C half hour to one hour a day
D an hour or more a day
38 How many hours a day are you on the Internet to do homework?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
39 How many hours a day are you on the Internet doing other things than school work??
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
40 How many hours a day are you on the phone or cell phone or Instant M
A less than an hour
B about an hour
C 2 hours
D more than 2 hours a day
41 How many hours a day do you watch TV ?
A less than an hour a day
B 1.5 hours a day
C More than 2 hours a day
D Do not watch TV
42 How many hours a day do you use to do work around home or at a part
A than 1/2 an hour
B an hour a day
C 1.5 hours
D 2 or more hours a day
43 What would you rather do:
A play a sport(hockey, baseball, football, soccer...)
B read a book
C listen to music
D watch a movie
E go for a walk
F play a musical instrument
G go swimming
H play a game on the Internet
44 How many hours do you think you are involved in physical activities like running, exercising, a day ?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
45 How many hours a day are you involved in exercising your brain or increasing your thinking powers? (reading, working on puzzles, .....)
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
46 What is your least favourite subject in school?
A Art/ Music/ Drama B Math C Science D English
E History F Tech G Geography H Physical Education
47 How would you describe yourself?
Personality
A Shy B Outgoing C Like try new things
D Quiet but likes to get involved if asked E Like to work by myself
F Like to be in a group G like to follow H like to lead
48 I enjoy brain-teasers and games that require me to think deeper
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligence
49 Which one of these famous people would you like to meet?
A Oprah Winfrey B 2. Jon Stewart Jon Stewart
C Bill O'Reilly D Hugh Laurie
E David Letterman or Jay Leno F Ray Romano
G Kiefer Sutherland H Ellen DeGeneres
50 Why type of music do you listen to
A Classic B Country C Rock D Pop E Alternative F Easy Listening
G Hip Hop/Rap H Other
51 If you could interview a famous Canadian, who on this list would you
A Margaret Atwood writer; author of "The Handmaid's Tale"
B Roberta Bondar space shuttle astronaut
C Kurt Browning figure skater; four-time world champion
D John Candy comedic actor; police officer Burton Mercer of Brothers"
E Wayne Gretzky hockey superstar
F Margot Kidder actress; Lois Lane of "Superman" movies
G k.d. lang rock/country singer and songwriter
H Michael J Fox television and movie actor; star of "Family the Future
52 Here is a list of the top 8 comic characters. Which one is your favourite?
A Bugs Bunny B Homer Simpson C Mickey Mouse
D Bart Simpson E Charlie Brown F Fred Flinstone
G The Grinch H Popeye
53 Which of the following Graphic Organizers do you prefer to use?
54 If there were a course that allowed you to choose what you would like to take? What would it be? Can you explain your reasons for taking the course?
Interests
I am working on creating a survey to get a picture of students. Their likes, interests etc.
Student Profile Questionnaire
1 I like to doodle or draw when I am sitting and listening to music or when I am in class
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
2 I like to move, tap or fidget when sitting.
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
3 I care about the environment and learn best by going on field trips
Naturalist Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
4 I know my strengths and weaknesses and have no problem sharing my feelings or opinions
Intrapersonal Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
5 I think of myself as a leader, rather than a follower and I prefer team sports
Interpersonal Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
6 I like to do things in class that gets me out of my seat and doing things, moving around
Bodily / Kinesthetic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
7 I know the tunes to many different songs and often find myself humming a tune to myself.
Musical / Rhythmic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
8 I love to draw and when I read, I can see the story happening in my head
Visual /Spatial Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
9 My brain is always searching for patterns or an order to make things make sense or have an order to them
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
10 When ever I see a billboard I have to take the time to read it.
Verbal Linguistic Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
11 I like to be allowed to make choices in what activities to do and how to complete them. I like choice
Choices Learning Styles
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
12 I like been given predictable activities with detailed directions provided at the start of the activities
Practicality- Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
13 I like having access to a wide range of resources related to a topic and then to explore the topic as deeply and thoroughly as desired.
Research Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
14 I prefer to work on activities that include various perspectives or opportunities to discuss ideas, opinions and beliefs
Feelings Learning Style
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
15 Which type of activity do you prefer?
Learning Styles
A Working on a project that allows me to do things in my own way
B Working with facts, numbers, dates and details
C Working on expanding and developing ideas
D Working with a variety of perspectives or points of view
16 What learning style best describes you?
Learning Styles
A I prefer reading and like colour and using graphic organizers
B I prefer talking and listen to reading and would rather do a written report
C I prefer drawing and writing to talking and I like to use my hands to build the project
17 What object would best describe you?
Learning Styles
A Graphic Novel
B Talk Show Host
C Circus Performer
D A person who is good at everything (Renaissance Person)
18 When taking notes from a lesson, what would you prefer to do?
Learning Styles
A Make a mind map (Visual map)
B Put your notes and tape and listen to them (podcast)
C Link what you are learning to real examples
19 You are planning a road trip. How do you get organized
A Get directions from Google or Map Quest
B Ask someone else for ideas on where to go
C Have an idea on where you want to go but then Just start
D Plan the trip down to the last detail
E Create a wish list
F See where other people have gone
G Re-visit a place that you liked as a child
H Read a book
20 You visit a book store and money is not a problem... You can choice as many as you want..
How do you select the book?
A "This one has a great cover that has captured by attention
B " I have heard great things about this book"
C " I like the information on the back cover.... "
21 If you could do anything in the world... what would you like to do?
A Drive a sports car or race car
B Ride a horse
C Run the Marathon
D Travel back in time or forward in time
E Trade places with someone
22 What would you do on your holiday?
A go somewhere exotic
B explore Ontario
C go some where where there are great attractions
D take my friends to a place we all want to go
23 What do you like to do? If I could spend my time any way I want to... I like to do..
A Outdoor sports
B Virtual Sports
C Individual sports
D Group or team sports / activities
E Indoor sports
24 Solving problems is enjoyable for me .
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
25 I enjoy reading and understand verbal (spoken) or written (printed) information better than visual images (pictures) like on
on television or movies
Verbal/ Linguistic Multiple Intelligence
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
26 I enjoy talking on the phone and writing my ideas down
Verbal / Linguistic - Multiple Intelligences
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
27 I like to read about something rather than have someone describe it for me
VAK Visual Learner
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
28 I remember something better if I write it down.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
29 When I want to remember something, I like to make a diagram, drawing or sketch of the idea.
VAK Visual
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
30 I like to hear the information or directions before I start something.
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
31 When I read something, I hear it in my head. I can hear the writer telling the story
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
32 I can remember things without taking notes
VAK Auditory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
33 I need to try things for myself to make the learning real or purposeful
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
34 I think better when I am moving around - I can not sit for long.
VAK Kinesthetic
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
35 I need to talk about something to understand the idea or concept. I need to hear my ideas, to test my ideas. Talking makes this happen
VAK Audotory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
36 I remember things by saying it over in my mind or saying it out loud
VAK Audotory
A not true for me
B true for me sometimes
C true for me most of the time
37 Outside of School - How much time do you spend doing homework a night?
A Do not do homework
B Do what work is due the next day
C half hour to one hour a day
D an hour or more a day
38 How many hours a day are you on the Internet to do homework?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
39 How many hours a day are you on the Internet doing other things than school work??
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
40 How many hours a day are you on the phone or cell phone or Instant M
A less than an hour
B about an hour
C 2 hours
D more than 2 hours a day
41 How many hours a day do you watch TV ?
A less than an hour a day
B 1.5 hours a day
C More than 2 hours a day
D Do not watch TV
42 How many hours a day do you use to do work around home or at a part
A than 1/2 an hour
B an hour a day
C 1.5 hours
D 2 or more hours a day
43 What would you rather do:
A play a sport(hockey, baseball, football, soccer...)
B read a book
C listen to music
D watch a movie
E go for a walk
F play a musical instrument
G go swimming
H play a game on the Internet
44 How many hours do you think you are involved in physical activities like running, exercising, a day ?
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
45 How many hours a day are you involved in exercising your brain or increasing your thinking powers? (reading, working on puzzles, .....)
A 0 to 1 hour a day
B 2 hours a day
C 3 hours an day
D Do not use the Internet
46 What is your least favourite subject in school?
A Art/ Music/ Drama B Math C Science D English
E History F Tech G Geography H Physical Education
47 How would you describe yourself?
Personality
A Shy B Outgoing C Like try new things
D Quiet but likes to get involved if asked E Like to work by myself
F Like to be in a group G like to follow H like to lead
48 I enjoy brain-teasers and games that require me to think deeper
Logical/ Mathematical Multiple Intelligence
49 Which one of these famous people would you like to meet?
A Oprah Winfrey B 2. Jon Stewart Jon Stewart
C Bill O'Reilly D Hugh Laurie
E David Letterman or Jay Leno F Ray Romano
G Kiefer Sutherland H Ellen DeGeneres
50 Why type of music do you listen to
A Classic B Country C Rock D Pop E Alternative F Easy Listening
G Hip Hop/Rap H Other
51 If you could interview a famous Canadian, who on this list would you
A Margaret Atwood writer; author of "The Handmaid's Tale"
B Roberta Bondar space shuttle astronaut
C Kurt Browning figure skater; four-time world champion
D John Candy comedic actor; police officer Burton Mercer of Brothers"
E Wayne Gretzky hockey superstar
F Margot Kidder actress; Lois Lane of "Superman" movies
G k.d. lang rock/country singer and songwriter
H Michael J Fox television and movie actor; star of "Family the Future
52 Here is a list of the top 8 comic characters. Which one is your favourite?
A Bugs Bunny B Homer Simpson C Mickey Mouse
D Bart Simpson E Charlie Brown F Fred Flinstone
G The Grinch H Popeye
53 Which of the following Graphic Organizers do you prefer to use?
54 If there were a course that allowed you to choose what you would like to take? What would it be? Can you explain your reasons for taking the course?
Interests
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Website Evaluation Exercise
created by Bruce White :Teacher Librarian, Google Certified Teacher, Technology trainer.....
The shotened URL for this document is:
http://tinyurl.com/evaluation-websites
Introduction:
This resource is set-up to help teachers and students explore the concept of good or high quality web resourcesand not so good web resources. The links are found on sites created by other teachers. The source of the material is provided as a link.
ISTE Standards for 21st Century Students is a set of skills or standards that students of the 21st Century need.
We live in a visual world. We are reading information from signs, newspapers, and the Internet. A web page can be created in a mater of minutes. Information can be spread within minutes to hundreds if not 1000s of people on the Internet. Identifying real or factual information is a critical skilss in our interactive world.
The Dove commerical is an example of how reality can be altered.
Dove - Evolution Commercial on You Tube - This is a good example how images or ideas can be manipulated
The fake or real images in the National Geographics site helps you understand how to look closer at images to see if they have been altered.
Trick Photographs - how to spot altered photographs (National Geographics for Kids website) Good story starters
Some Questions to Think About When Surfing the Internet?
1. How do you tell a good website from a poor or bad website?
- What skills do you need to filter the good from the bad?
2. Why would someone want to create a fake webiste?
- Look up snake oil salesman.
Become a Detective
Ask Questions:
- Who (Who wrote the pages? Are they experts in their field?, Is there info on the writer, What else has the writer/ author created?)
- What (What does the author say is the purpose of the site? What other purposes might the author have for the site? What makes the site easy to use or move about on the site? What information is included on the site? Is the information given consistent with information found on other sites?)
- When (When was the site created? When was itb last revised or updated)
- Where ( Where does the information come from? Whre can I find out more about the sponsors for the site?)
- How,
- Why ( Why is the information useful for my assignment or research? Why should I use this information? Whjy is this page or inofmation better than another site)
- Which ( Of all the information gathered, which site is better, What information is better for my purpose?)
- Other Questions
- See Kathy Schrock's The Five W's of Web Site Evauation.
1. Watch for statments that go against common snese.
2. Check for words that are made up or nonsensical.
3. Look for pictures to see whether or not thye make sense.
4. Watch for images that look like they have been altered.
5. Look for irony or satire in the text.
6. Look for exaggeration in the text.
7. Watch for sites that look official, but are not.
8. Watch for total nonsense.
The 10 Cs for Evaluating Internet Resources
Source: "On Your Own" Pages 27 and 28
Content
What is/ are the intent of the content?
Are the title and author identified?
Is there evidence the content has been reviewed or edited?
What is the date of the document?
Is there overall attention to detail enough to indicate content quality?
What journals, authors, etc. are cited(referenced) in the references?
Exercise: How to make a real like Fake Website
Credibility
- Is the author an expert on the subject?
- Has he or she any credentials listed or awards listed
- Is the author identifiable and reliable
- An absence of contact information is a warning flag
- Is the content
- credible
- authoritative
- What is the URL extension?
- .edu (education), .org (an organization) .com (commercial, .gov (government)
- What cautions must be taken for each different type of source?
- Can you identify the sponsor and the author's affiliation?
- Is there a bias?
Exercise: Stinky Journalism
Critical Thinking
- Does the information confirm your prior knowledge of the topic?
- Can you identify the:
- author
- publisher
- edition as with print material
Exercise: Whales in the Great Lakes
Copyright
- Copyright applies to
graphics / images
- sound / music
- as well as the written content of the documents
- Materials are only in the "Public Domain" if explicitly stated. "Fair Use" applies to short cited excerpts. Some material may have "Creative Commons usage" rights .
- Users must respect copyright and the rights of the people who have created the original material. Permission must be given for its use publicly.
Exercise: Copyright Myths
Citation
- Internet resources must be cited to give credit to the author.
- Citations provide an avenue for further research
- Citations show evidence of research
Online Tools for creating Citations. Some online tools to create citations:
- Noodle Tools
- Son of Citation Machine
- Easy Bibliography User: BWGraphs@gmail.com Password: _ _ _ _
- I have a password for IDCI
Continuity
- Is the information on the site valid and credible
- Can you rely on this site over time to provide up-to-date information?
- Does the site provide an update statement? Do you know when it is updated? Is it regularly updated or is it static?
- Is the site free? or do you have to subscribe or pay a fee?
Censorship / Filtering
- Does your school apply restrictions to Internet use?
- Consider censorship and privacy issues?
Question: Why would some sites be filtered?
Connectivity / Accessibility
- Will the site be accessible in the time frame required?
- Will you have access to it from a variety of locations?
- Are there user names and passwords for its use outside the location you had access to?
- Are there any special hardware/ software specifications?
Comparability
- Does the site contain full text information or is it summary of the article?
- Can you find at least three other resources to compare the information to?
Content
- What is the context of your research?
- Is the information appropriate for your needs?
- Are you looking for:
- Commentary
- Opinion
- Narrative information
- Current information
- Historical information
- Definitions
- Statistical data
- Research studies
- Articles
Sources of Fake Websites
Dihydrogen Monoxide
Sounds like a very dangerous chemical indeed. It's actually H2O, but if you're not of a scientific mind this site will get you every time.
Sounds like a very dangerous chemical indeed. It's actually H2O, but if you're not of a scientific mind this site will get you every time.
RYT Hospital
Well put together website, linking into a number of other spoof sites, and from a quick view looks entirely bono fide.
Well put together website, linking into a number of other spoof sites, and from a quick view looks entirely bono fide.
The Ova Prima Foundation
This site has scientific 'proof' that the egg came first. Very well done, with todays date, various sections and very academic looking.
This site has scientific 'proof' that the egg came first. Very well done, with todays date, various sections and very academic looking.
Hetracil
Commercial site supposedly selling Hetracil as an 'anti-effeminant' drug. The FAQ is particularly well done.
Commercial site supposedly selling Hetracil as an 'anti-effeminant' drug. The FAQ is particularly well done.
The Centaur Excavations
Very well done, with photographs, created in a good academic style with an .edu domain. Actually explaining a hoax, but from a quick look it's easy to be fooled.
Very well done, with photographs, created in a good academic style with an .edu domain. Actually explaining a hoax, but from a quick look it's easy to be fooled.
Commercial
Microsoft Firefox 2007 Professional Edition
Very clever, and very credible. It's necessary to really dig into the site to see that it's not actually real.
Very clever, and very credible. It's necessary to really dig into the site to see that it's not actually real.
Floral Sculpture Clinic
This is close to be entirely possible. The site offers to sell you items that can be inserted under the skin and onto the bone to create sculpture under the skin. It's another of those 'probably not true, but I wouldn't be surprised if it was' sites.
Telco Powered Products
A range of products that are powered by the electricity you get from the telephone point. Sounds credible, although the site design isn't that professional, but it's good enough.
A range of products that are powered by the electricity you get from the telephone point. Sounds credible, although the site design isn't that professional, but it's good enough.
Curious George: Fake Websites Like This One? A university professor, looks for fake websites that he can use in his classroom.
Museum of Hoaxes
Examining dubious claims and mischief of all kinds.
Avoid Fake Web sites
Fake Websites: Internet Literacy
Fake websites or spoof websites. Examples of false sites to aid in evaluating internet resources
Fake Websites to Use For Student Instruction on Using the Internet
- MISinformation Links
California's Velcro Crop Under Challenge
Aluminum Foil Deflector Beanie
{www.fulkerson.org} BUY AN ANCESTOR ONLINE
Feline Reactions to Bearded Men
Southern Lake Michigan - Where You Will Meet The Whales and Dolphins!
Save The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus
MoonBeam Enterprises - DreamWeaver Studios
DreamTech International [CLONES-R-US]
MERD Panexa (Acidachrome Promanganate)
Bogus Web Sites AHS Digital Media Center
Process and Testing your Rubric
Dihydrogen Monoxide Research Division - dihydrogen monoxide info
GENOCHOICE - Create Your Own Genetically Healthy Child Online!
RYT Hospital - Dwayne Medical Center All the Miracles of Modern Medicine™
The Federal Vampire and Zombie Agency
Things to Know about the Internet
Web Sites - Dihydrogen Monoxide
Web-and-Flow Hotlist April Fool's Hotlist
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: or, Why It's a Good Idea to Evaluate Web Sources
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