5 Ways to Encourage Inquiry-Based Learning
  1. Start with what we/they know!
  2. Embrace Individually guided learning pathways
  3. Make time for REFLECTION
  4. Start using exit slips
  5. Begin the journey of using technology tools to extend learning opportunities

When considering inquiry in the classroom, we know there are a lot of possible moving parts. With this being a particularly new concept to teachers, students AND parents, there are a lot of opinions and feelings around this style of learning. With these 5 steps of encouraging inquiry based learning I find that there are strategies and plans to back up a teachers approach to learning and allows for students to embrace their personal interests while still hitting curricular competencies and growing to be a student who can critically engage with their surroundings and community.

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