The Inquiry Circle replaces the «book club» or «book study» model with a more authentic and
inquiry modeled process so there is voice and choice for teachers in terms of learning targets, but also a better understanding of inquiry.
Not exact matches
A kind of rational intuition is needed to perceive the general principles which are there ready - made in actuality.6 Or if patterned on the genetic - functional
model, the generalizations have as their subject - matter «distinctions that arise in and because of
inquiry into the subject - matter of experience - nature, and then they function or operate as divisions of labor in the further control and ordering of its materials and
processes» (DWP 175).
Those of us who have been involved in designing and promoting various
models for the
process of sustained prophetic
inquiry can testify to the general lack of interest of ecclesial bodies in such ministry: «social action» is by and large out, and, where it is a priority among church leaders, most of its practitioners are concerned with direct action, not action research.
The programs also fund
inquiries into data exchange and interoperability, analytical tools for large data sets, and new
models or simulations of complex biological
processes.
The Data Wise Improvement
Process is a collaborative
inquiry model that helps schools organize their daily efforts around the continuous improvement of teaching and learning.
Rather than conceptualizing this
model as a «program» or specific kind of meeting, teachers should think of a PLC as an «ongoing
process in which educators work collaboratively in recurring cycles of collective
inquiry and action research to achieve better results for the students they serve» (DuFour 2006).
These second - level sites enhance teacher learning by improving the dissemination
process of ideas and
models about how to use and assess first - level source materials to support disciplinary
inquiry.
Equipped with the right curriculum, the natural curiosity of young children can be channeled into a science
inquiry model and rather than quashing their enthusiasm, the students can begin to understand the scientific
inquiry process and to self - identify as interested in and good at science!
As you mention in the podcast, (professional) learning is messy, it isn't linear and it isn't a score or number (I might have added that Professional learning
models the
inquiry process (again, the one we want students to use) and it is supported by our PLN and communities (PLC, CoP) and, when done right, even PD.
Processes like teacher
inquiry, lesson study, critical friends, or the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards's Take One professional learning
model can be of great help in providing structure and protocols for the collaborative work.
Throughout the science curriculum, students will move through the
inquiry process by asking questions, using tools, developing
models, carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, developing evidence - based arguments and using skills such as reading, writing, and math to explore science concepts.
As Halloun (2004) stated, «
Models are at the core of any scientific theory and
model construction and deployment are fundamental, if not the most fundamental
processes in scientific
inquiry» (p. ix).
• Direct and control clients» order
processing and fulfillment and field
inquiries by employing discretion • Provide product training to clients through presentations and
modeling • Discuss technical aspects of each product and ensure that clients are at par with instructions provided to them • Provide advice to clients by communicating courteously through telephone, email and in person • Investigate and resolve clients» problems in a bid to ensure retainer - ship and repeat business opportunities • Develop and implement feedback and complaints procedures as part of client outreach programs • Train staff members to deliver a high level of client services and provide them with assistance in understanding the company's products and services • Keep abreast of industry trends and developments and ensure that improvements are applied by employing best practices
A number of
models of good consultation were identified - the longer term, open ended and localized approach of the Stronger Families package, [10] as well as the
process engaged in by the Commonwealth Grants Commission for the indigenous funding
inquiry.