Beyond Googling: Structuring Inquiry

This document discusses inquiry-based learning and provides guidance for teachers on structuring inquiry in the classroom. It defines inquiry as a process involving research, collaboration, and presentation/reflection. When done well, inquiry creates choice, personalization, relevance and empowerment for students. The document acknowledges challenges like content coverage and assessment but advocates for guided inquiry over teachers simply asking known questions. It suggests gradually moving toward more open-ended student-driven inquiry and provides examples for using technology and senior projects. Teachers are encouraged to reflect on how inquiry could change their teaching practice.