What is the BIG 6™?

 

o    The BIG 6™ is a process approach to solving information problems that was developed by Michael B. Eisenberg and Robert E. Berkowitz.

 

o    It is the most widely used model in K-12 schools in the world today.

 

o    It is a top down approach; see the big picture before you worry about details.

 

o    The BIG 6™ process is broken down into six stages.

 

o    Student learns how to use essential information and technology skills in order to improve their literacy skills.

 

o    The BIG 6™ is an excellent tool for anyone to learn in order to master basic life skills in the 21st century.

 

 

The BIG 6™ is copyright © (1987) Michael B. Eisenberg and Robert E. Berkowitz

 

 

Click here for an example lesson using the Big 6™ format.

 

Click here for a copy of the Student Big 6™ checklist.

 

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