- Curiosity is a powerful catalyst for learning.
- Start with small changes to "comfortably dip...into the inquiry pool while still building students' ownership of their own learning."
- Tips for keeping inquiry in the hands of tiny techies include:
- Start with what they know.
- Encourage and model asking questions.
- Start with structured inquiry.
- Spark inspiration.
- Embrace failure.
- Reflect meaningfully.
A KWL chart is an easy way to begin structured inquiry in your classroom. Before starting a new topic use this chart to find out what students already know, what they wonder or want to know about, and, at the end of the unit, what they have learned.
Reflecting on Your Learning
Consider the following question:
The author states, “For our littlest learners, this [inquiry] process needs to be modeled.” How do you spark and model inquiry in your classroom?