T-I-L-U-S-E steps in Big6 Information/Problem Solving Model

Big6  Method

Research projects require organization.  The Big6 method is a nationally recognized organizational method that is being adopted by Buncombe County Schools.  The Big6 is comprised of 6 basic steps that will guide students and teachers through the entire research process from choosing a topic to presenting the final product.

Step 1 - Task Definition

      Define the problem 

      Identify the information needed

      What am I being asked to do?

Step 2 - Information Seeking Strategies

       Determine all possible sources of information

       Select the best sources

       What I can use to find the information I need?

Step 3 - Location and Access

       Locate the sources

       Find information within sources

       Where do I go to get this resources?

Step 4 - Use of Information

       Engage yourself in the information

       Extract relevant information from the sources

       What do the sources tell me?

                Take notes, watch a video, interview an expert.

Step 5 - Synthesis

       Organize information from multiple sources

       Present the results

       How can I put my information together?

Step 6 - Evaluation

        Judge the result

        Judge the process