Inquiry Journal

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Pedaste, M., Mäeots, M., Siiman, L. A., De Jong, T., Van Riesen, S. A., Kamp, E. T., ... &amp; Tsourlidaki, E. (2015). Phases of inquiry-based learning: Definitions and the inquiry cycle.&nbsp;Educational research review,&nbsp;14, 47-61.

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This is a picture I took from my grannies window. Myself and Granny were having tea and I seen the paint coming off the window sill. I sat and wondered, how did the paint begin to strape? Did someone start this?

I took a picture of this advent calender in my room as I sat  and wondered, Who thought of inventing an advent calender at christmas time. I wonder how it became a trend every year.

Ice Balloon Investigation 2

Ice Balloon in Water The Ice Balloon floats in the basin of water becuase the ice weighs less than the water. Balance Flat things like leaves can balance on the Balloon.

Further investigating What if we added sand, sugar or pepper to the ice balloon to see if it has any affects on the balloon.

Sinking The ice balloon didn't sink in the water. I tried multiple times but it couldn't float.

Salt on the Ice Balloon Predictions: I think the ice balloon will freeze the balloon. What do you notice? The salt causes the ice to melt. Food Dye By adding food dye to the ice balloon causes it to create a pattern on the balloon.

Comparing Kate Murdoch with Dewey's Inquiry Cycle

In my opinion Dewey's Inquiry Cycle is broken down into more basic stages than Kate's Inquiry Cycle. As a result, Dewey's Inquiry Cycle is easier to follow. The terms used to describe each stage is also more suitable for children to follow in the classroom. However, in order to Inquiry something in more depth Kate's Inquiry Cycle may be more suited for those of an older age.

Features and characteristics of Inquiry o connects with prior knowledge o is based on questioning and hypothizing o is [often] collaborative o focuses on active engagement o uses exploration and investigation o can be open, guided or structured, fleeting or in-depth o is about constant conceptual development

In this lecture, we explored constructing different patterns. Each group got different objects to explore and to construct different patterns. 

I created different patterns using the colours on each object. I also explored the positions of the objects as well as combining different objects to make patterns.

Reflection &amp; Conclusion Based on my Apple investigation, from the picture above we can see the apple inside the room for 35 days caused the apple to change from a red to a brown/black colour. It also shrinked in size.

I focused my investigation on investigating the ice balloon on various surfaces. As I placed the ice balloon on the concrete and it rolled. 

How did you ensure your investigation was fair? I ensured the ice balloons were the same weight and size. I rolled the ice balloon at the same force and at the same height.

How to extend this investigation? Make the ice balloon smaller or bigger.

What artefact reminds you of yourself as a Learner?

I would describe myself like a sponge when it comes to learning new things. When I learn something new, I tend is fill my memory with new information, just like adding water to a sponge. The more times I add new things to enhance my learning, I will eventually understand it. This reminds me of a sponge, the more water you add to a sponge the more water it holds. 

I would classify myself as a gradual learner. It takes time for me to learn something new and may involve several attempts of revising new information in order for my memory to store the new information. 

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Questions I have at the Moment on Inquiry

How can I promote Inquiry in the classroom?

What is the best way to teach children about Inquiries?

What is the different ways Inquiry is seen in the classroom?

''I use observation as a springboard for the development of the inquiry process'' Connect (2020) pg.13

Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it. Mary Oliver (2008, p. 37)

Observation is a major part of Inquiry. Without observation we won't wonder. For instance, the video of the seagull we explored in our lecture. Through our observation of seeing the seagull, we came up with 'wonders' of why the seagull was doing these actions.

''Living as learners within and outside of school'' (Short. K, 2009)

I realized that I needed to adjust my understanding of inquiry in light of what I have learned as of now about it, through&nbsp;reading, watching informative&nbsp;videos, and attending lectures. Asking children probing questions and giving them the opportunity to investigate are not the only components of inquiry. Inquiries are actually the result of extensive planning and thought. There are investigative procedures, and there needs to be direction and organization. While still achieving the goals of the curriculum, the questions should be tailored on the children's interests. Through my learning so far, it has made&nbsp;me realize that there is much more to inquiry than what I had initially thought.&nbsp;

As Pedaste, M. et Al. (2015) states, Inquiry-based learning is an educational strategy in which students follow methods and practices similar to those of professional scientists in order to construct knowledge.

It is frequently considered as a method of issue solving and involves the use of a number of problem solving techniques. Active participation and the learner's responsibility for locating previously unknown information are stressed in inquiry-based learning. As part of this approach, students frequently engage in a self-directed learning process that is partially inductive and partially deductive and involves conducting experiments

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''Power of Inquiry'' Definition of Inquiry: Describes Inquiry as a way of being ass opposed to a curricular area. Teachers can always have the mindset that Inquiry is always changing and can be learned through exploring the curriculum. Inquiry needs to be about how we go about learning. Inquiry is all about improving their ability to learn.

''Learning Through Inquiry'' There are many skills developed in this video. Students choose one skill to focus on for the day. At the end of the day, students reflect on their own personal learning. Many of the skills included: Listening to others, sharing, Organization, encouraging, Stay focused.

What do we notice about the Inquiry Cycle?

An Inquiry Cycle is a constant process. One step leads to another step. The questions will continue to vary at each stage. In my opinion, Dewey's Inquiry Cycle is undoubtedly the easiest Inquiry Cycle to follow for me. Each stage of the Inquiry is broken down into simple stages, which makes it simple to follow. As a result, I wouldn't change this Inquiry Cycle.

What criteria would I consider when examining the various types of Inquiry Cycles? I would take the number of stages into account when I am comparing Inquiry Cycles. I would also take the stage names into consideration- how each stage is defined determines what I am required to do at each stage.

Our first investigation was with the seaweed investigation. From this investigation, I got a flavor of what the module was really about. I appreciated that we were able to participate in this study in person since it had a stronger impact. It was a real eye opener lecture for me, as it made me consider how little effort, I actually needed to put into lesson planning and locating resources for each of my subjects as a teacher. Instead, a singular source like seaweed can store a wealth of unanswered issues and potential research topics. It would be a fantastic exercise to introduce to the classroom, and I think the kids would be quite intrigued by it. In particular, using their inquiry tools to do this investigation.

Strand: Living Things Strang Unit: Plant and Animal Life (NCCA, 1999)

Investigation Description Leave an apple inside my room for 35 days and record its results. How could you extend this investigation? Leave an apple in a basin of water over the duration of the 35 days and compare it to the apple inside my room for 35 days. I could also investigate how an apple placed outside for 35 days differs from an apple on this inside.

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<a href="https://www.google.com.tw/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=1&amp;cad=rja&amp;ved=0CDEQFjAA&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fmyweb.scu.edu.tw%2F~jmklassen%2Fscu101%2F101b-chlit%2Fpictprinciples.doc&amp;ei=-cYvUo_rO43skgXrlYH4DQ&amp;usg=AFQjCNFhJB3Dl_ZkUcg3kxrKwuFuJMuYsQ&amp;sig2=CA6G_J93pXTBOc_a8BFz7Q">10 PRINCIPLES OF COMPOSING PICTURES:</a> 1. Smooth, flat, horizontal shapes give us a sense of stability and calm. &nbsp;2. Vertical shapes are more exciting and more active. Vertical shapes rebel against the earth's gravity. They imply energy and a reaching toward heights or the heavens. &nbsp;3. Diagonal shapes are dynamic because they imply motion or tension. &nbsp;4. The upper half of a picture is a place of freedom, happiness, and triumph; objects in the top half feel more spiritual. &nbsp;5. The center of the page is the most effective “center of attention.” It is the point of greatest interest. . &nbsp;6. White or light backgrounds feel safer to us than dark because we can see well during the day and only poorly at night. &nbsp;7. We feel more scared looking at pointed shapes; we feel more secure and comforted looking at &nbsp;8. The larger an object is in a picture, the stronger it feels. &nbsp;9. We associate the same or similar colors much more than we associate the same or similar shapes. &nbsp;10. We notice contrasts, or put another way, contrast enables us to see.

Words that came to mind when Inquiry was Introduced

Investigating

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I saw this leaf sitting outside and wondered how did it get there? Did it travel far?

I have this scented room difuser in my room. I often wondered how the scent from the difuser travels through the wood and spreads all around the room.

It comes in different textures and colours. Some types of seaweeds are smooth. Some seaweed has bubble like circles.

Every seaweed has different functions and purposes. Seaweed is only found beside or in the sea.

I see... I think ... I wonder ...

Why is it green? Why does it only grow in the sea? How many different types of seaweed are there? Is every seaweed edible?

How is seaweed made? Does it float or sink in water? Can all seaweed be eaten?