Check out this inquiry-based learning example using composting worms. Inquiry-based learning strategies can be used to explore many of the big ideas and across the curriculum.
| Knowledge Building Powerpoint |
Sample worm wonders
Following an introduction to the worms the students developed their own authentic wonders.
The questions from the 'wonder sheet' were then categorized. The next step is to help students shape their questions into deeper inquiry questions.
For example, students should be asked which questions they can simply look up the answer to and which questions can we test for ourselves here in the classroom.
Enter the scientific process and authentic experimentation based on student interest about composting worms.
For example, students should be asked which questions they can simply look up the answer to and which questions can we test for ourselves here in the classroom.
Enter the scientific process and authentic experimentation based on student interest about composting worms.
Worm wonder sort
| Worm Wonder Sort |
How do I assess inquiry-based learning?
What makes a quality inquiry-based learning question?
| Question Framing Matrix |
Additional inquiry-based learning resources
| Natural Curiosity Manual |
| Inquiry-Based Learning PP |
| Provocations PP |
| Connecting the Dots Resource |
| Facilitators Guide to Inquiry PD |
