Interpret Document A2.3 Interpret somewhat complex documents to connect, evaluate and integrate information

Competency A: Find and Use Information Task Group A2: Interpret documentsLevel: 3At this level, learners: Interpret somewhat complex documents to connect, evaluate, and integrate informationPerformance Descriptors The learner:Performs complex searches using multiple search criteriaManages unfamiliar elements (e.g. vocabulary, context, topic) to complete tasksIntegrates several pieces of information from documentsCompares or contrasts information between two or more documentsUses layout to locate informationIdentifies the purpose and relevance of documentsBegins to recognize bias in displays, such as graphsMakes inferences and draws conclusions from information displaysIdentifies sources, evaluates and integrates informationTask DescriptorsScope of task may not be clearly definedMay involve more than one documentUses a somewhat complex formatDisplays many categories of informationContains sub-headings or subpartsCan vary in lengthMay include unfamiliar elements (e.g. vocabulary, context, topic)May contain specialized vocabularyDocuments at this level may contain a paragraph or more of text Examples:FormsTablesTimelinesGraphsMapsFlow chartsESKARGO:Embedded Skills, Knowledge and Attitudes Reference Guide for Ontario – A2.3