Exploratory Talk and Inquiry
Search to Investigate, Discuss to Explore
About Us
Exploratory Talk and Inquiry Project supports teachers in using inquiry-based learning in mathematics and science. The initiative advocates the use of webQuests and Exploratory talk tools in classrooms to encourage students to use collaborative inquiry methods in learning. Inquiry-based learning is mainly a culture of teaching and learning based on students’ authentic and critical engagement in the content rather than a teaching strategy. Students, within the project will assume ownership and responsibility for learning through the WebQuest and Exploratory talk framework. WebQuest allows students to utilize the use of technology to structured search and acquire information online and Exploratory talk provides students with the opportunity to discuss their findings and learn from one another. About us
The project is a collective effort and collaboration between the National Center for Educational Development (NCED) at the college of Education at Qatar University, the University of Waikato in New Zealand, Exeter University in U.K and the University of Tasmania in Australia.
Our Objectives
- Encourage students to think critically and organize knowledge in science and mathematics.
- Employ practical and inquiry experiences by using tools provided by WebQuest and Exploratory talk methods.
- Support teachers in providing an integrated vision of science and mathematics that enhances students' understanding of key concepts of both subjects.
- Provide professional development for teachers in Qatari public schools to develop their teaching abilities using inquiry-based methods.
Targeted Audience
Science and Math teachers of public schools in Qatar
