This document discusses inquiry-based instruction, an instructional strategy that involves students in the learning process. It explains how to prepare students, facilitate instruction in the classroom by presenting topics and questions for research, and assess learning through formative and summative assessments. The document also lists advantages, such as developing student understanding and skills, and disadvantages, such as requiring preparation time and support.

1. INQUIRY BASED
INSTRUCTION
An instructional strategy to get your
students involved!

2. The Old Saying Goes….
Tell me and I forget;
Show me and I may remember;
Involve me and I understand.
That’s where Inquiry Based Instruction comes in!

3. How to Prepare Students for Inquiry Based Instruction
1. Communicate learning outcomes to your
students
2. Establish guidelines for achieving learning
outcomes

4. How to Facilitate Inquiry Based Instruction in Your Classroom
1. Present the specific topic to your students that is
aligned with academic content standards
2. Provide a list of questions to research and
potential internet links or other resources
3. Engage students in the learning process (i.e.
allow students to research topic on the internet)
4. If students need further guidance, provide
additional resources as needed

5. How to Assess Student Learning
Formative Assessment: Student response that
requires critical thinking at the end of a lesson
Summative Assessment: Students give a
presentation or turn in a research paper at the end
of the unit that demonstrates conceptual
understanding of the broad topic

6. Let’s learn more about Inquiry Based Instruction
This video provides an explanation
of Inquiry Based Instruction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8
4ZsS6niPc
More detailed information can be
found at following website
http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/conc
ept2class/inquiry/index.html

7. Inquiry Based Instruction: Advantages
Student-focused to provide hands-on opportunities
Can evolve to incorporate new technologies
Develops a more thorough understanding of a topic
Can develop student leadership skills through
classroom discussion and group projects

8. Inquiry Based Instruction: Disadvantages
Lack of administrative leadership and support
Limited resources available
Required preparation time
Requires incorporation of 21st century skills in an
ever evolving education system and workplace
Lack of parent support