Victoria Crossan is a wealth of practical knowledge when it comes to using inquiry as a teaching strategy to nurture children's curiosity. In this episode we unpack how inquiry benefits children's learning, the difference between an invitation and a provocation and how to use what you have to set up provocations. Victoria walks us through how to use provocations to spark children's interests and gives useful advice to educators who are new to inquiry, and are ready to have a go.Victoria's passion is palpable! Let this be the episode that makes you want to have a go and change children's learning for the better.
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00:00 Introduction to Victoria Crosson and Inquiry-Based Learning
00:55 Victoria's Teaching Journey and Early Influences
05:26 Differences Between Canadian and English Education Systems
08:27 The Importance of Curiosity in Education
10:13 Inquiry-Based Learning in Practice
15:22 Provocations vs. Invitations in Inquiry Classrooms
21:46 Practical Tips for Educators on Using Provocations
25:44 Engaging Students with Simple Classroom Materials
29:29 A Heartfelt Story of Passionate Learning
30:15 The Power of Inquiry-Based Learning
33:38 Connecting Curriculum with Student Interests
35:43 Interdisciplinary Learning and Real-World Applications
37:33 The Role of Teacher Mindset in Inquiry
41:26 Measuring the Effectiveness of Provocations
44:06 Modeling Inquiry and Embracing Failure
45:16 The Rewards of Inquiry-Based Education
49:57 Advice for Educators on Implementing Inquiry
54:48 Resources and Final Thoughts
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