Inquiry-Based Learning
By:Deana Manning
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Learning Targets
Learning Targets
Be able to identify the meaning of inquiry based learning
Being able to identify the difference between inquiry based and traditional learning
What is Inquiry- Based Learning ?
What is Inquiry- Based Learning ?
Inquiry based learning is a form of active learning process that engaes students by making real-life world conections through exploration and high level questioning. This learning starts by posing questions, problems, and scenarios, which contrast to traditinal learning where a teacher presents facts and their personal knowledge. When using inquiry based learning , students will demonstrate the methods and practices similar to professional scientists to contruct their knowledge (Keselman, 2003). This learning has promoted as a student-centered approach that can strengthen the links between teaching and research (Smith & Walker, 2010).
Quiz
Quiz
- What is one example of inquiry based learning ?
A. Summative Assessment
B. Formative Assessment
C. Creativity Skills
D. SOL Test
2. Ms. Brown has assigned groups of four students to each of the topics she has recently went over. Each group is assigned to make a presentation, present the presentation, and assess their fellow classmates. Is this an example of traditional or inquiry-based learning?
2. Ms. Brown has assigned groups of four students to each of the topics she has recently went over. Each group is assigned to make a presentation, present the presentation, and assess their fellow classmates. Is this an example of traditional or inquiry-based learning?
A. Traditional
B.Inquiry-Based
Conclusion
Conclusion
Inquiry-based learning is the way of learning that mimicks the proccess of professional scientists. This requires students to use their creativity, project processing, and project sharing skills. There is some research that indicates inquiry-based learning promotes a better learning experinece for students.
ReferencesKeselman, A. (2003). Supporting inquiry learning by promoting normative understanding of multivariable causality. Journal of Research in Science Teaching, 40(9), 898-921.Pedaste, M., Mäeots, M., Siiman, L. A., De Jong, T., Van Riesen, S. A., Kamp, E. T., ... & Tsourlidaki, E. (2015). Phases of inquiry-based learning: Definitions and the inquiry cycle. Educational research review, 14, 47-61.Spronken‐Smith, R., & Walker, R. (2010). Can inquiry‐based learning strengthen the links between teaching and disciplinary research?. Studies in higher education, 35(6), 723-740.
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