Overview
In this edition of THINQ, explore how and why elementary teachers should adopt inquiry-based assessment and instructional practices in the classroom. The authors provide educators with a doable approach to making inquiry-based learning a reality for any student. Gain clear steps to effectively and realistically implement inquiry-based learning to address the specific needs and learning stages of kindergarten learners.
Kindergarten teachers can use this book to:
- Understand what inquiry-based learning looks like in kindergarten
- Recognize how to realistically and gradually integrate inquiry-based learning into classrooms
- Answer questions individually or with colleagues to reflect on journeys into inquiry-based learning
- Read real-life accounts of inquiry in action across grade levels
- Access reproducibles that will help with inquiry-based learning
Contents:
Chapter 1: It’s All About the Wonder—Inquiry-Based Learning in Kindergarten
Chapter 2: Wondering and Questioning—The Key to Inquiry Learning
Chapter 3: Creating an Inquiry Environment—The Context for Learning
Chapter 4: Negotiating the Curriculum—Co-Creating Learning
Chapter 5: Documentation—Making Learning Visible
Chapter 6: Inquiry Assessment in Kindergarten—Improving and Sharing Learning
Chapter 7: The Heart of Inquiry in Kindergarten—What Matters Most
Bibliography
Index
This book title, THINQ Kindergarten (Inquiry-Based Learning in the Kindergarten Classroom (Incorporate inquiry-based learning into every classroom.)), ISBN: 9780995001824, by Jill Colyer, Author, Deborah Watters, Jennifer Watt, published by Solution Tree Press (January 1, 2017) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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