Books on Inquiry-Based Activities
Inquire Within:
Implementing Inquiry-Based Science Standards
Grades K–12
Written for conscientious educators seeking to cultivate science learners' sense of discovery and critical-thinking skills, this book offers enlightening guidelines and information.
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Nurturing Inquiry
Grades K–5
Inquiring minds want to know plenty of hands-on ways to transform younger students from passive listeners (maybe) into an active, engaged community of budding scientists (definitely). Which is just what this book is designed to help you do.
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Inquiry and
Learning
Grades K–12
Keep it real: Sure the theory of inquiry-based learning sounds great--less lecturing, more exploring. But how does inquiry-driven learning look and feel in a real classroom? Read this to find out.
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Inquiry and the
National Science Education Standards: A Guide for Teaching and Learning
Grades K–12
Gain a deeper understanding of what the Standards' call for inquiry-based learning means (asking questions, solving problems, and--in the process-- developing scientific skills).
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