Exploring through Projects: Inquiry Workshop

Prerequisite:

Open to students entering grade(s): Reception 2 to Grade 1

Course Description:

Looking to expand your child’s interest in learning while having fun at the same time? Inquiry-based learning like project work allows children to investigate a question or problem over a period of time. Learning is a product of many experiences over time, it takes more than a single experience for learning to happen. One of the best aspects of this approach is that they often lead to extended, ongoing investigations. Learning experiences that extend beyond one-off activities, that can be repeated or returned to, and that lend themselves to ongoing involvement, encourage deep learning. This allows children to develop the skills and processes of learning such as problem-solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating.  In these three weeks, teachers will support and guide the children as needed based on their interests, engaging in a series of activities that will enrich their learning experience. As the children choose themselves what to investigate the learning is deeper because they are genuinely interested and in charge of their learning! 

Learner Outcomes:

Students will:

• Enjoy learning through play
• Develop skills in collaboration
• Develop skills in creative and critical thinking
• Develop skills in conflict resolution
• Develop early skills in research and inquiry
• Develop foundation skills for literacy and numeracy
• Develop self help skills
• Develop a positive sense of self

Methodology:

• Transdisciplinary learning
• Social constructivist teaching approach
• Project Based Learning
• Inquiry Based Learning
• Child-center focus
• Incorporation of teaching strategies from Reggio Emilia
• Learning through play

Assessment:

• Anecdotal notes
• Blog Posts
• Reflection Journals
• Observational data on social skills