Synthesizing Information
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Objective
I can synthesize information from multiple sources to create a coherent and well-organized informational text.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Synthesis is the process of putting information together in your head to form an understanding or opinion.
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When synthesizing information, look for connections between different sources and your own experiences to draw your own conclusions.
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Instead of just throwing research together, your work should be unique and combine information to create something new.
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Practice
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According to the video, what is synthesis?
Explain how the process of forming an opinion on a movie after hearing different reviews is an example of synthesis.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe the process of synthesizing information from multiple sources to create a blog post about the benefits of urban gardening. Include the steps of identifying relevant facts, connecting different sources, and incorporating personal experiences.”
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