skillful, higher-level, open-ended questioning methods. In collaborative learning groups, the method of instruction used by the teacher/tutor is inquiry. Students are taught to think for themselves instead of chasing the "right answer."
an Indirect Instructional Strategy that promotes active, self-directed learning. Through the process, the student learns to think critically and to problem-solve, while also discovering course content. The teacher takes the role of facilitator and mentor. interactive instruction: provides opportunities for students to interact with peers, experts, and their teachers. It may include brainstorming, circle of knowledge, cooperative learning groups, debate, discussion, interviewing, lab groups, panels, peer practice, problem-solving, role plays, and tutorial groups. interviewing: a meeting during which information is obtained by one person from another
In science teaching, the word "inquiry" is used to describe two things. In one sense, it is used to describe one characteristic of what science is. In another sense, it is used to describe what students do in a constructivistic lesson. When students are inquiring, they are questioning and evaluating the information they are obtaining and/or observations they are making. Such inquiry is a pre-requisite if they are to "interpret" their experiences in class and try to make sense of them. As with constructivistic teaching, there is no one single teaching methodology that is called "inquiry". For more info, see my five myths about inquiry.
the act of seeking information through questioning and experimenting.
Inquiry is a broad category of usability evaluation methods. It is part one of the "Usability Evaluation Toolbox". With inquiry methods usability evaluators obtain information about users' likes, dislikes, needs, and understanding of the system by talking to them, observing them using the system in real work (not for the purpose of usability testing), or letting them answer questions verbally or in written form. Numerous methods exist for doing inquiries. For more information see: Inquiry.
a foul claim lodged by the stewards, which can be made when there are questions about the running of a race.
Question or statement from a stakeholder or customer to which DOE responds or makes an employee or person available. Identifier, type, date, source Content, description, format, sensitivity FOIA inquiries, Congressional Q&As, public inquiries
investigation and search for information and knowledge.
an instance of questioning; "there was a question about my training"; "we made inquiries of all those who were present"
a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
a mode of teaching and learning that is about questioning, hypothesizing, and discovering
an allegation of a discriminatory housing practice that has not yet been determined to meet the standards for an investigation
an informal process for gathering information and initial fact-finding to determine whether an Allegation warrants an Investigation
an information-gathering and initial fact-finding process to determine whether an allegation or apparent instance of misconduct warrants an Investigation
an open-ended, introspective question for you to ponder over an extended period of time, e
a question from the public sector that can be answered by an DEQ employee in up to two or three paragraphs, or the answer is on the DEQ or EPA websites
a question you ask over and over, that does not necessarily have one "right" answer
a systematic investigation into an idea or issue
Official investigation of the running of a race to see whether it was fairly won.
Investigation by officials to determine if a race was won fairly and without interference.
An investigation of a race where a runner has had its chances of obtaining a better placing affected by interference - also known as a protest.
Through the process of inquiry, individuals construct much of their understanding of the natural and human-designed worlds. Inquiry implies a "need or want to know" premise. Inquiry is not so much seeking the right answer -- because often there is none -- but rather seeking appropriate resolutions to questions and issues. For educators, inquiry implies emphasis on the development of inquiry skills and the nurturing of inquiring attitudes or habits of mind that will enable individuals to continue the quest for knowledge throughout life. http://www.thirteen.org
If interference is suspected in a race, the stipendiary stewards (who run the race day) will call an inquiry. All dividends are held until the inquiry is resolved. The outcome may mean a change in the winning positions or payment on the original placings.
Reviewing the race to check into a possible infraction of the rules. Also, a sign flashed by officials on the tote board on such occasions. If lodged by a jockey, it is called an objection.
A review of the race by the stewards for purposes of discovering possible rule violations.
Reviewing a race to check into a possible rules infraction. If lodged by a jockey, it is called an objection.
Stewards may conduct an inquiry as a result of any incident which may have occurred during a race, to determine whether or not certain drivers and/or horses were responsible for the incident and whether they should receive due punishment. Inquiries are also conducted if a horse returns a positive drug swab, or if a licensed person does not conduct themselves in a manner which brings credit to the industry.
Official investigation of rule infractions.
Asking and answering questions. Diverse ways in which people/ scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on the evidence derived from their observation. Also refers to the activities of in which people/ students develop knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, as well as an understanding of scientists study of the natural world. Excellent source on inquiry in K-5 classrooms
A process of profound reflection for the purpose of examining the underlying components of experience and an understanding of the nature of reality. Specifically, it is a method described by Ramana Maharshi in which the subject pursues a continual process of asking the question: "Who am I?"
Reviewing a race to see if rules might have been broken.
A review of the conduct of a race, called for by the judges.
A systematic process of investigation of a matter of interest.
A process in which students investigate a problem, devise and work through a plan to solve the problem, and propose a solution to the problem.
Steward's post-race investigation of possible infractions. Race is not declared official until stewards have studied the film made of the race and have questioned the jockeys involved. If suspicions are confirmed, violators are disqualified and a new order of finish is posted.
a set of interrelated processes by which students and scientists pose questions about the natural world and investigate phenomena; a critical component of a science program at all grade levels and in every domain of science; allows students to learn science in a way that reflects how science actually works (NSES, p. 214)
An inquiry is an action taken by the track stewards following a race to check for a possible infraction that might have been noticed during the actual running of the race. In the inquiry the stewards will replay the race on videotape and review the incident, deciding eventually whether or not punitive action needs to be taken.
When the official posting of a race is delayed due to an inquiry into the running of the race (inquiry sign). The inquiry can originate from the stewards or by an objection lodged by the jockey or trainer of a horse in the race. Until the inquiry is resolved by the stewards, the result of the race is not official and no bets can be cashed. The order of finish may stay the same or may be revised to penalize a finisher that interfered with another horse during the running of the race.
actions, including information gathering and fact-finding, to determine the potential validity of an allegation and whether an allegation warrants an investigation.
An investigation, especially an official one
An early stage of the advanced design process in which questions are brought forth about the nature of the design issue to serve as a method of discovery and conceptualization of the whole systems involved with the design effort.
Active approach to learning in which students investigate a problem based on a model of scientific inquiry. Students or teachers pose a problem, form hypotheses, collect and analyze data, and compare findings with initial hypotheses. ( learn more)