Standard: 11-12.RH.7 – Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media (e.g., visually, quantitatively, as well as in words) in order to address a question or solve a problem.
Grade level: Grade 11-12
Subject: English Language Arts
Domain: History/Social Studies
Teacher Overview
This standard emphasizes the importance of integrating and evaluating information from various sources and formats to address questions or solve problems. It is crucial for developing critical thinking and analytical skills necessary for higher education and informed citizenship. Students should be familiar with different media formats and have basic critical reading skills. They should also understand how to identify main ideas and supporting details in texts.
Mastering this standard will enable students to critically assess and synthesize information from diverse sources, a skill essential for constructing well-supported arguments and solutions in both academic and real-world contexts.
Common Misconception 1
A common misconception is that all sources are equally reliable. This is incorrect because sources vary in credibility based on factors such as the author’s expertise, the publication’s reputation, and potential biases.
Intervention 1
Introduce lessons on source evaluation, including how to check the author’s credentials, publication date, and potential biases. Use real-world examples to illustrate these concepts.
Common Misconception 2
Another misconception is that only textual information is important for problem-solving. This is incorrect because visual and quantitative data can provide critical insights that textual information alone may not offer.
Intervention 2
Incorporate activities that require students to analyze and integrate information from various formats, such as charts, graphs, and videos, alongside textual information.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Students should have a foundational understanding of different types of media and formats, and basic skills in critical reading and analysis of texts.
Subsequent Knowledge
After mastering this standard, students will be able to critically assess the reliability and relevance of sources, and integrate diverse information to construct well-supported arguments and solutions.
Instructional Activities
- Source evaluation exercises using a variety of media
- Group projects that require synthesizing information from multiple formats
- Debates where students must support their arguments with diverse sources
- Multimedia presentations on historical events or social issues
