Socratic seminars require students to collaboratively grapple with complex topics. Through the process, students closely read a teacher-selected article, draw evidence from that reading, and then discuss their responses through a structured seminar with peers. Use this format to promote...
Download and use this Inquiry Challenge Statement Frame for World History.
The following are examples of the variety of ways students from around the country have taken informed action in response to an Inquiry Question in the Native America Inquiry.
This learning walk form assesses implementation of inquirED’s Inquiry-Based Teaching Practices. Use the data collected to inform professional learning supports. Check all “look-fors” you observe and track descriptive notes in the boxes provided. Note: Typically, you will not observe all...
inquirED's Inquiry Teaching Practices include eight distinct practices.
Find out how to acknowledge and harness student nervousness.
Learn how to overcome group work challenges by establishing norms.
Explore how to guide your students toward effective brainstorming.
Follow these steps to invite, view, and manage students in your class.
Teachers can view Inquiry Product suggestions specific to an Inquiry to get ideas and inspiration.
Participants explore how Inquiry Journeys tools and resources can be used to differentiate for learners. They consider the natural differentiation opportunities in an inquiry-based approach and explore instructional support within the curriculum.
Inquiry Journeys includes a diverse collection of books that support student understanding as they move through an Inquiry. Check out the book list and use the book stickers to help organize resources. The stickers are printable and should be used...
Learn how debriefing can improve group work.
Download and use this note catcher to organize your thoughts and observations as you advance through "End of Year Reflection."
How does Jaclyn Share, an Instructional Coach specializing in science and social studies in Wheeling, IL support students in taking informed action? Read this month’s spotlight to find out!
Participants: This session is designed for any teacher interested in learning more about equitable discussion strategies. Overview: Have you been thinking of new ways to engage your students in discussion? If so, join us as we explore equitable discussion strategies...
Take a 90-second look into how critique can work in your classroom.
Explore key strategies for scaffolding critique practices.
Hear some useful tips for when you have to contact a potential community partner.
Participants: This session is designed for any teacher interested in learning more about analyzing student work. Overview: Are you thinking of new ways to improve your practice? Student work analysis provides teachers with a meaningful opportunity to reflect on their practice and...
Participants: This workshop is designed for school and district leaders to begin strategically planning for successful implementation based on your unique context. Overview: During this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with other leaders to strategically plan for implementing...
Participants engage in seven sessions or courses to develop a deeper understanding of inquiry-based social studies in the context of Inquiry Journeys. Upon completion of the required sessions, participants will earn a Foundations of Inquiry-Based Social Studies certification. These sessions...
How can students build deeper social studies knowledge and make meaningful connections across disciplines? inquirED and NCSS explored a framework for deeper learning with Julie Stern, author of Learning That Transfers and Visible Learning for Social Studies.
