Virginia SOL 7.R.1

What students need to be able to do

• Formulate questions about a research topic, broadening or narrowing the inquiry as necessary.
• Collect, organize, and synthesize information from multiple sources using various notetaking formats.
• Evaluate and analyze the relevance, validity, and credibility of each source.
• Quote, summarize, and paraphrase research findings from primary and secondary sources, avoiding plagiarism.
• Organize and share findings in formal and informal oral and written formats.
• Give credit for information quoted or paraphrased using standard citations.
• Demonstrate ethical and responsible use of all sources, including the Internet, AI, and new technologies.