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Michael Schmoker shares a study, in his book, Results Now, that of 1,500
classrooms visited, 85% of them had engaged less than 50% of the students.
In other words, only 15% of the classrooms had more than half of the class
at least paying attention to the lesson.
Inquiry starts with teachers as engaged learners that foster places for
wonder and exploration. Inquiry classrooms strive to nurture students will a
deep, discipline-based way of thinking and doing. This active learning that
starts by posing questions, problems or scenarios—opposed to simply
presenting established facts or portraying a route to knowledge. The teacher
acts as a facilitator that assists students in their discoveries.
As a 21st century teacher, we need to provide opportunities for students to
become digitally fluent. Teaching them strategies for successful research
and communication is imperative to allow students to be successful learners.
Students need to learn expressive why the tools they are using will provide
their desired outcome.
Understands and
Recognizes and use
demonstrates how use
the most effective
digital technologies
methods of reaching responsibly including –
their intended digital security (self-
audience. protection), copyright.
Inquiry involves learners to:
Tackle real- Become Pursue Develop
world questions, confident and curiosities and questioning,
issues and independent interests within research and
controversies. learners. a meaningful communication
topic. skills.
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