This learning experience will develop an understanding of biodiversity through inquiry, related to the overall Science expectations, as well as some of the expectations in Language and Social Studies. The process begins with critical questions related to students’ own lives and the impact they have on their local environment. Authentic inquiry-based learning occurs in a very organic way through this activity, honouring the distinct culture of a classroom, and being responsive to students’ needs. Various experiences may include, but are not limited to: experiential learning, research of content (online or otherwise), and documentation. Assessment as learning focuses on small group discussions, ongoing feedback, sharing of new knowledge, research, self-assessment, and further inquiry/questions. Culminating learning experiences may take on various forms/formats (i.e., digital). Students are also invited to share with others, enabling student agency in their school and local community.
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USING A WONDER WALL TO SUPPORT CLASSROOM INQUIRIES - KINDERGARTEN
Categories: General Interest, Lab/Student Activity
The Wonder Wall fosters a community of wonder in an inquiry-based classroom. A prominent section of a classroom wall is devoted to the children’s questions. All questions are respected by being... read more
SNAIL INQUIRY - GRADE 2
Categories: Lab/Student Activity
Teacher and students will go on several nature walks in order to conduct a detailed inquiry into snails, their habitat, basic needs, and benefits to humans and the environment. Research will be... read more
Which Beak? A structured inquiry for grade 6 biodiversity
Categories: Lab/Student Activity
Author: Kimberly Reid, Don Galbraith Award winner, Nipissing University In this activity, grade 6 students will explore physical adaptations/ adaptive traits by looking at bird beaks. Students... read more