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  • Yes, and...

    Yes, and... is a structured protocol that helps students respond and add to others’ ideas rather than critiquing or modifying them. Use it to support students’ development of individual project ideas and their ability to thought-partner with each other.

    • Learner Support Guide: Executive Functioning

      The inquiry-based classroom provides opportunities for student-driven exploration. While this can be highly motivating and engaging, it also places high demands on students' executive functioning skills. Consider the following strategies to provide scaffolds as individual or whole-class supports of executive...

      • Text Dependent Questions Graphic Organizer

        If students are reading independently, in small groups, or in pairs, consider creating several text-dependent questions that require students to stop, locate evidence to support a response, and write the response.

        • Artifact Study

          Artifact studies challenge students to analyze a primary source by identifying evidence, explaining interpretations, and drawing conclusions. Use this format when students analyze an unfamiliar primary source individually, in small groups, or as a whole class.

          • The Power of Mid-Year Reflection

            The mid-year point is a perfect time to engage in structured, intentional reflection. Read this month’s Spotlight to learn how Christine Phillip, Innovation Coach from Franklin Park District 84, helps teachers and coaches get the most out of reflections.

            • Kareem’s Tip: Register for Events

              Welcome to the Inquiry Hub - we are glad you’re here! The Inquiry Hub has been created by the inquirED Partner Experience team to provide you with everything from quick tips and answers to rich professional learning and PLCs. Take...

              • Concept Connections Circle

                The Concept Connections Circle is a collaborative discussion protocol that supports students in making connections between key concepts, terms, or ideas from a lesson or unit. By physically and verbally linking concepts, students deepen understanding, strengthen academic language, and practice...

                • LaKethia’s Tip: Earn Certificates

                  Welcome to the Inquiry Hub - we are glad you’re here! The Inquiry Hub has been created by the inquirED Partner Experience team to provide you with everything from quick tips and answers to rich professional learning and PLCs. Take...

                  • inquirED Certifications

                    inquirED currently offers certifications for educators in schools or districts implementing Inquiry Journeys and/or World History. Learn more about how you can tailor your education to fit your personal preferences, availability, and unique learning style.

                    • Foundations of Inquiry: Social Studies Syllabus

                      Participants engage in seven sessions/courses to develop a deeper understanding of inquiry-based social studies in the context of Inquiry Journeys. Upon completion, participants earn a Foundations of Inquiry-Based Social Studies certification.

                      • inquirED's Inquiry Teaching Practices with Look-Fors

                        inquirED's Inquiry Teaching Practices include both "on-stage," observable look-fors, as well as "off-stage" look-fors that are may not be as easily observed during class. These look-fors can often be found through other means such as lesson materials, student data, and...

                        • inquirED's Inquiry Teaching Practices Collaborative Reflection Tool

                          This collaborative reflection tool is designed to guide teachers in deepening and continuously improving inquiry-based instruction. This tool can be used as a one-on-one tool for an Inquiry Advocate and teacher or to guide reflective dialogue in a professional learning...