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4 Phases of Inquiry-Based Learning: A Guide For Teachers

4 Phases of Inquiry-Based Learning: A Guide For Teachers | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"According to Indiana University Bloomington, Inquiry-based learning is an “instructional model that centers learning on a solving a particular problem or answering a central question. There are several different inquiry-based learning models, but most have several general elements in common..."

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This indepth post explores inquiry-based learning. The four phases are:

1. Interaction - Big Idea: Dive into engaging, relevant, and credible media forms to identify a “need” or opportunity for inquiry

2. Clarification - Big Idea: Summarizing, paraphrasing, and categorizing learning with teacher or expert support

3. Questioning - Big Idea: Asking questions to drive continued, self-directed inquiry

4. Design - Big Idea: Designing an accessible, relevant, and curiosity-driven action or product to culminate and justify inquiry

Each of the four phases also includes information on tones, student indicators, teacher indicators, appropriate questions and apps.

There are also 4 questions for student-based reflection and ten adjustments you may make as a teacher to adjust to teaching inquiry-based learning.

There are many forms of teaching that incorporate inquiry-based learning including project-based learning, blended learning, and challenge-based learning. You may find your students more engaged in the learning process if you include some components of inquiry-based learning in your classroom.

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Bring Digital Storytelling To Life With Embedded Tweets

Bring Digital Storytelling To Life With Embedded Tweets | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
Digital Storytelling takes a plot, event or idea and enriches it with engaging media and interaction.
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11 Essential Tools For Better Project-Based Learning

11 Essential Tools For Better Project-Based Learning | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Technology and interaction - do the two go together? This post looks at how "the rise of technology...has made learning more interactive." 
Why do digital tools provide engagement? This post suggests that digital tools support curiousity, and inspire students (and teachers) plus there is fast feedback. 

After a short discussion this post provides links to 11 tools that may help with project-based learning. Many have free apps available. Some are browser based and others may have costs involved.