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Inquiry Based Learning

Published on Jan 21, 2016

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Inquiry Based Learning

in Today's Math Classrooms
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On-Line Scavenger Hunt

Answer each question.
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WHAT IS IBL?
Inquiry based learning is an approach to teaching and learning where lectures and textbooks are replaced with student-centered activities.

*Involves open ended questions
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What are the 4 types?

  • Confirmation Inquiry
  • Structured Inquiry
  • Guided Inquiry
  • Open nquiry
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Confirmation Inquiry

Level 1
1. Students are asked an open ended question question.

2. The answer/ procedure is provided.

3. Students used resources to verify that the answer/ procedure is correct.

Structured Inquiry

Level 2
1. Students are asked a question.

2. Students are given the tools/ resources to find the answer.

3. Students work together to find the solution themselves.

4. Students have an opportunity to present findings.

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Article Read and Discuss

  • Identify and discuss one sentence that stands out to you.
  • What are some of the benefits of IBL?
  • What might some of the challenges be?
  • How might we overcome some of these challenges?

Who is John A. Van de Walle?

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Examples of IBL

Planning Time

  • Select 2 lessons that you would like to enhance.
  • Add one of the elements of inquiry to the lesson plan.

Why IBL?

  • Best research-based method (proven by countries most successful in Math education)
  • Higher retention rates
  • High level of engagement
  • Meaningful experiences
  • Strategic plan
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