Home Plan - [GR2-L8-U1-LC1-15 Before the Internet]

The document provides instructional tips and activities for students to learn about researching and communicating before the Internet, focusing on keywords and the role of sources. It encourages the use of libraries and tools like card catalogs, emphasizing critical thinking about past research methods. The second part covers planning interviews for projects through face-to-face interactions and utilizing resources like the phone book. It delves into the impact of technology on research, prompting students to ponder technological advancements. Additionally, a brief historical overview of the phone book’s evolution is provided, underlining its importance in providing contact information. Students are encouraged to think critically about communication methods and the influence of technology on research and daily life.

Contents

• Pages 1—28: Pre-internet research tips.
• Pages 29—44: Interview planning guidance

The section of the document provides instructional tips and activities for students to learn about researching and communicating before the Internet. It introduces words to know such as interview, project, technology, sources, and more. Students are guided through activities like matching words with definitions, filling in blanks, and understanding the role of sources in research. The document also emphasizes the importance of libraries and encyclopedias for gathering information, along with utilizing tools like card catalogs and technology for research purposes. Students are encouraged to think about how people used to research and communicate before the Internet and to consider the main ideas and details in informational texts.

This section of the document provides tips and activities for students to gather information and plan interviews for their projects. It introduces the concept of face-to-face interactions and explains the process of contacting potential interviewees using resources like the phone book and maps. It also touches on using landmarks and physical addresses to determine meeting places and emphasizes the importance of planning and organizing interviews effectively. Additionally, the section briefly discusses the impact of technology on research and schoolwork, prompting students to consider how technology has changed their lives and speculate on future advancements. Finally, the section concludes with a brief historical overview of the phone book’s evolution, highlighting its significance in providing contact information.