Pathfinders:
Pathfinders Creation and Collections
Many tools can be used to create pathfinders. Let's explore four options:
First, you start with what you have. A word processor can be used to create an effective pathfinder. Remember to use the link feature to create hotlinks in your document. Also, consider exporting as a PDF file so you retain your formatting. These documents can then be uploaded to a local or remote server to share. Google Docs is a great online word processor that allows online publishing.
Second, you can web development tools to create pathfinders. You may wish to use software such as Adobe Dreamweaver to make pages. Or, consider using one of the many online tools such as Google Sites to create pages.
Third, consider wiki tools such as Wikispaces and Zoho. These tools allow end users to collaborate, comment, and discuss your pathfinder.
Fourth, use subscription services such as LibGuides. These services provide tools to assist in the creation of pathfinders.
Explore the following pathfinder creation resources and pathfinder collections on this page:
Pathfinder Creation
Filamentality
http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/fil/lognew.html
Hotlist generator
Google Docs
http://docs.google.com
Create a document, then publish it.
Google Sites
http://sites.google.com
Build your own pathfinder from scratch using this template-driven web creation site.
Weebly
http://www.weebly.com/
Use this website to create a website with an optional blog.
Webs.com
http://www.webs.com/
Use this website to create your own website.
Wikispaces
http://www.wikispaces.com/site/for/teachers
Create a wiki. The advantage of a wiki is easy of editing and the option for comments and discussion.
Zoho
http://wiki.zoho.com/
Use the wiki option to create an easy-to-edit web page.
Pathfinder Collections
For a master list of LibGuide at all levels, go to LibGuides Library. You can search by area of interest.
Public Libraries
Bibliographies and Pathfinders
from Morton Grove Public Library
http://www.webrary.org/rs/bibmenu.html
This site contains both bibliographies and pathfinders.
Pathfinders from
St Charles Public Library
http://www.st-charles.lib.il.us/youth_services/pathfinders/pathfinders.htm
Pathfinders aimed at youth.
Pathfinders from
Indianapolis Public Library
http://infozone.imcpl.org/kids_pathfinders_alpha.htm
Pathfinders for kids
Pathfinders from
Internet Public Library
http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/
Pathfinders include information, Internet resources, serials, books,
professional organizations, and ideas for searching.
Pathfinders and Reference
Guides from Camden Public Library
System
http://www.camden.lib.nj.us/reference/subject.htm
Lots of examples. Notice their pathfinders for kids.
Study Guide from
the Lakewood Public Library
http://www.lkwdpl.org/study/
Organized by elementary,
middle, and
high school.
Elementary School Level
Buddy Backpacks
http://www.buddyproject.org/backpack/default.asp
Family literacy backpacks
Pathfinders from
John Newbery Elementary School
http://nb.wsd.wednet.edu/lmc/pathfinders/pathfinder.htm
Lots of great pathfinders
Study Guide from
the Lakewood Public Library & Lakewood Schools
http://www.lkwdpl.org/schools/schlpath.htm
Lots of great pathfinders
Middle School Level
Online Library Media
Center from Rosa International
Middle School
http://rosaweb.chclc.org/library/rosa_international_middle_school.htm
Pathfinders for different grade levels across all the subject areas
Pathfinders
from the TEMS Project
http://www.tesd.k12.pa.us/tems/library/pathlist.htm
Middle school pathfinders
Study Guide from
the Lakewood Public Library & Lakewood Schools
http://www.lkwdpl.org/schools/midschl.htm
Lots of great pathfinders
High School Level
Pathfinders from
Flannery O'Connor Library
http://www.spx.org/library/library_pathfinders.html
A dozen high school pathfinders (varied qualities).
Pathfinders from
Methuen Media Center
http://www.methuen.k12.ma.us/pathfinders/
Explore the following pathfinders.
Pathfinders from
Milken Community High School
http://www.mchschool.org/library/pathfinders.htm
A few quality pathfinders
Project Pathfinders
from Manchester High School Library
http://chesterfield.k12.va.us/Schools/Manchester_HS/Library/pathfinders.htm
Research guides across subject areas.
Research Pathfinders
from Walter Johnson High School
http://www3.mcps.k12.md.us/schools/wjhs/mediactr/resproj2.html
Pathfinders organized by subject area
Study Guide from
the Lakewood Public Library & Lakewood Schools
http://www.lkwdpl.org/lhs/lhspath.htm
Lots of great pathfinders
K-12 School Levels
John Newbery Elementary
School
http://nb.wsd.wednet.edu/lmc/pathfinders/pathfinder.htm
Pathfinders for student
Assignments from Cleveland
Heights - University Heights Library
http://www.potamusplace.net/pathfinder.shtml
Pathfinders include books, magazines, reference books, videos, and websites.
Web Walkabout
from Travilah
http://ntweb.mcps.k12.md.us/schools/travilahes/walkabout.html
Provides links a dozen, simple web pathfinders.
Other Pathfinder Resources
Developing Pathfinders in Schools
http://www.eddept.wa.edu.au/cmis/eval/curriculum/pathfinders/path2.htm
Links to resources on developing pathfinders.