によって Iliana Grande 9年前.
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Creating Inquiry Minds in the Primary Years
The inquiry-based learning approach in primary education focuses on developing self-regulated learners who engage in open-ended research and differentiated instruction. This method encourages students to think critically and reflect on their learning processes while meeting curriculum expectations and developing essential skills.
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Inquiry Minds in the Primary Years Why the Inquiry approach? Encourages thinking and reflection Students are working on projects in an individualistic way, but are meeting the same curriculum expectations and developing the same skills. Considers differentiated instruction and allows for open-ended research Promotes self-regulated learners What is Inquiry Learning? Promotes skill development, rather than memorizing content information Focuses on a 'Big Idea' that relates to curriculum constructive learning approach, students develop automony Uses investigation skills to learn How to build a culture of inquiry in classroom? Teacher acts as mentor - important to build trust between student and teacher Express importance of contribution - give purpose Encourage teamwork and trust among all students Create a strong learning community How do students develop inquiry? Evolves in 4 phases 4. Analyse - use information to determine the meaning or solution of the 'big idea' 3. Exploration - investigate information, record it, receive teacher support 2. Share Learning - answer initial questions and probe further 1. Choose a Focus/Problem - ask questions that challenge thinking, integrate 'big idea' Teachers are transparent in their teaching - students know what the learning goals and expectations are Collaborating ideas with community in order to enhance learning Given access to resources and tools to solve a problem
