09/05/2024
Are your primary students digital natives? Of course they are! So, you might be surprised to see that I don't often talk about digital tools these days. However today is different, although be warned, I'm not going to share some fancy new AI tool - the oldies are the goodies!
First, let's think about the essentials of inquiry-based learning. Imagine an inquiry wall that sparks curiosity and collaboration. Where we write the learners questions, thoughts and ideas. Often we do this as a physical display in the classroom. But we can also do it digitally with...
you guessed it - Padlet!
Padlet is like a digital version of an inquiry wall, where students can add information at every stage of their learning journey. It's versatile, customizable, and simple to use.
In the first column, students share what they already know about the topic. In the I think column, they can jot down their ideas and uncertainties. And, of course, the I wonder column is reserved for all those burning questions.
As they find information during the research stage, they can add their discoveries to a new column called I learn. It's like a digital KWL chart, but way cooler! 😎
The best part? Padlet allows students to contribute outside of class too. They can add new questions, ideas, and even multimedia elements from the comfort of their homes.
For older students, you can create separate Padlet boards for each group, documenting their entire inquiry process. They can showcase their learning through images, documents, videos, and more!
So, why not give Padlet a try for your next inquiry topic? If you want a cool topic, check out the resource pack Space 🚀🌌 https://buff.ly/3QlRA64
