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Parents as Partners: Inquiry as an Approach to Learning. “It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question”. With the end in mind…. Workshop Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this workshop, it is expected that you have a better sense of: - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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“It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question”
Workshop Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this workshop, it is expected that you have a better sense of:inquiry pedagogy as an approach to learningthe Primary Years Programme perspectivewhat inquiry ‘looks like’
What is inquiry? What is the PYP perspective about inquiry?
What does inquiry ‘look like’?
How can I support this approach to learning at home?
Use the Venn diagram to compare your Primary school experience with what
you know of your child’s.What was it like?How did it work?
What was your perspective?How has it changed?
How are they connected?
Known Unknown
Inquiry is ……………
exploring
Inquiry is ……………
wondering
Inquiry is ……………
questioning
Inquiry is ……………
experimenting
Inquiry is ……………playing with
possibilities
Inquiry is ……………making
connectionsbetween
previous learning and
current learning
Inquiry is ……………making
predictions
Inquiry is ……………
collecting data
Inquiry is ……………reporting findings
Inquiry is ……………clarifying
existing ideas
Inquiry is ……………reassessingperceptions
of events
Inquiry is ……………deepening
understanding(through the application of a concept)
Inquiry is ……………making and testing
theories
Inquiry is ……………researching and
seeking information
Inquiry is ……………taking and
defending a position
Inquiry is ……………solving problems
in a variety of ways
• Includes the 5 essential elements of the programme (concepts, knowledge, skills, attitudes, action)• Learning outcomes (derived
from Subject Curriculum documents)• Engagements that are: significant, challenging, relevant
and engaging
Ramps
Which objects move down the ramp the fastest/slowest?How does ramp angle affect velocity of objects?
Floating/Sinking
Using Play-Doh make an object that will float.Using Play-Doh make an object that will float and carry the greatest mass.Using Play-Doh make an object that will not float.
Link them to the subject disciplines
Be committed to:•Volunteering at school•Learning along with your child through using books, TV programs, learning hobbies, etc.•Visiting museums, zoos and historical sights•Being aware of quality television programs•Monitoring and supporting your child’s progress at home•Using the language in which you are most fluent•Model inquiry learning!
Please take a moment to reflect on the workshop today…