Models of Learning: Inquiry-Based Learning
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"Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) is a term used to describe approaches to learning that are based on a process of self-directed inquiry or research. Students conduct small or large-scale inquiries that enable them to engage actively and creatively with the questions and problems of their discipline, often in collaboration with others" ( CILASS Website).
This section will be written for us in due course by members of the Centre for Inquiry-Based Learning at the University of Sheffield. In the meantime, you can find further information on the CILASS Website by following the link above.
Overview
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Guidelines for planning an IBL exercise
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Generic sequence of activities
+ denotes activities which take place concurrently.
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Examples and case studies
There are many case studies in Inquiry Based Learning produced as outputs of the DeSILA project available here We are still researching examples and case studies for this topic. If you would like to contribute any (whether from your own teaching or from other sources), please contact us.
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Further information
The WebQuest organisation has provided a useful guide to the differences between IBL, PBL and project-based learning (not covered in Phoebe). The guide also includes links to other resources on IBL.
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