Teaching as Inquiry from the NZ Curriculum

3. Reflection is distinct from other forms of thought because it involves a state of self-doubt, hesitation, perplexity, and mental difficulty. It is an act of hunting, inquiring... (and learning) John Dewey 1933

6. Stimulus Response Freedom to Choose Self-Awareness Imagination Independent Will Conscience Proactive Model Source: Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. p.71

7. The ‘Inquiry’ (and Filter) Technical Questions Blamer/Judger Questions Learner Questions Expertise required - A solution is known or can be found. Finger pointing. Looking for fault/blame. Why has this failed? What’s wrong? Solution seeking, Explores possibilities, Open, Proactive, Acceptance, Discover, Inquiring, Intentional change, Win/win? e.g. Where can I find the booking sheet? e.g. Who is responsible? Why did this happen? What went wrong? e.g. How/What can I learn about this? How can I stay on track? What are my motives? What is right for me/them/the organisation? What are my responsibilities/choices? How does my attitude affect this? What is possible? What should I change in my approach? Am I being realistic? What do I really not want to know? What evidence supports this need? What more do I need to know