Thing 16 - Research Calculators

Both of these calculators are wonderful tools for guiding students through a research project - especially those who have no idea where to begin. The teacher's guide for the RPC does a very nice job of having things matched up with what the student sees when they are online, and how you can help guide them through the process. Once again, I didn't spend too much time on this Thing as it is aimed for an older student than I am working with at the present time. Just reading through the steps, however, can help show students even in upper elementary the process that should happen when taking on a research project.