Research Fundamentals Workshop
| Duration | 1.5 hours |
|---|---|
| Year level | 7–8 9-10 |
| Cost | $270 per class |
| Availability | Tuesday-Friday during term time at 10:00am and 12:30pm |
| Capacity | 25 students |
Help your students become successful researchers with this interactive session that equips them with practical skills to apply to all subject area research.
This targeted workshop explores useful strategies to motivate middle-year students to adopt more rigorous research practices. As part of the program, students will participate in a guided tour of the Library's services and heritage spaces.
Students will:
- Compare and evaluate online sources for credibility and relevance
- Understand the importance of being a critical and creative thinker in today’s information-packed world
- Develop tips and tricks for effective internet searches
- Tour iconic spaces and learn how the Library can be utilised for research
Victorian Curriculum 2.0
State Library Victoria offers curriculum-aligned programs to support teachers and foster meaningful student engagement and understanding. This program meets several Victorian Curriculum 2.0 content descriptors in English, Digital Literacy and Critical and Creative Thinking. Please download the curriculum document below to view the aligned content descriptors.
The booking process
Simply click on the Book Now button and you will be directed to our online booking page where you can select a date and time.
Size of booking: A maximum of two classes (50 students) can be allocated to one booking time and program via the online booking system.
If you require any adjustments to the booking time or group size, please contact the Education Team at education@slv.vic.gov.au and we will do our best to accommodate within the parameters of our programming.
Preparing for your visit
See the Plan a School Visit page for information on visiting the Library, including bus parking, locker availability and safety requirements. Contact the Education Team at education@slv.vic.gov.au for any further questions.
State Library Victoria is committed to being a child safe organisation. Please view our Child Safe Code of Conduct for more information.
Funding opportunity for low-ICSEA schools
Schools with an ICSEA ranking below 1000 may be eligible for our Access Education Funding to support the cost of attending a facilitated program at State Library Victoria. Check your school’s ICSEA on the My School website. Contact the Education Team at education@slv.vic.gov.au for more information on how to book Access funded programs.
If you have any questions about this program, please contact the Education Team at education@slv.vic.gov.au or call 8664 7555. A member of our team will be happy to assist you.
