Gleaning

Wrapping
This information inquiry element focuses on inference or application for solution and meaning. Deanna Kuhn, professor of education at Columbia University, states, “Inference is the culmination of inquiry. Valid inference depends on the quality of the evidence gathered to fit the argument, proposal, or general information needs” (The Blue Book, p. 9).

In this part of the process, I select and develop a product. I must consider the ways this information can be used. Research-based methods that support early literature is vital for school principals to better understand and support the efforts of kindergarten and first grade teachers. Financial decisions for materials, resources, and staffing can be determined by evidence-based research. The school board may also be interested in a summary of findings if a particular early literature emphasis is being put into practice within a school. This may be important information for preschool teachers, elementary teachers, and community leaders involved with educating young children. With this in mind, my audience is primarily for educators.

My next step is to plan and to create a product that reflects quality evidence. Callison writes, “The quality of evidence can determine the strength of what is inferred…and understanding credibility of the evidence may depend on presenter’s ability to make the evidence relevant to the experiences and beliefs of the audience” (The Blue Book, p.8). Therefore, I think a PowerPoint presentation will be an effective and efficient way to communicate my findings. This can be downloaded and read at one’s convenience and can also be used as a tool for presentations.