Applying & Assessing

Applying

Now that my search is complete I will apply the information and usually it is to a task. In this case I was not a very helpful patron because I did not specify how I was going to use the information. In my case I was just interested in the castle but now I am curious about the castle used in filming the Harry Potter films. This is where one answer leads me to another question, which happens often in inquiry so I could start my search again and continue. Once I have finished my search I will need to evaluate my findings.

Comparison to 8Ws

Weaving is also used in applying because you will need to weave all the information together to create the big picture, which plays a role in wrapping or packaging the information such as in a report (Lamb, 1997). The report would be the waving or sharing of the information (Lamb, 1997). In this case I was searching the information for my personal use however, this information I then later shared with my husband. I wrapped all the information together to explain that the castle is the Highclere castle, in Hampshire, England and that there are tours. The conclusion was that we might enjoy a trip to England exploring famous castles such as the Highclere.

Assessing

Assessing is simply the act of evaluating. In this case I will assess whether or not I answered all my questions. Another thing to consider is was the information helpful? Do I now have more questions about other related topics.

Comparison to 8Ws

The final W in the Eight Ws is wishing (Lamb, 1997). Wishing is the same as assessing or evaluating or as professor Lamb put it reflecting (Lamb, 1997). How do I feel about my inquiry process? Was it successful? Do I need to continue my research?

References
Lamb, Annette, Johnson, Larry, and Smith, Nancy (1997). Wondering, Wiggling, and Weaving: A New Model for Project and Community Based Learning on the Web. Learning and Leading With Technology, 24(7), 6-13.