Inquiry Model Comparison Infographic

Inquiry Model Comparison Infographic

Created by Kristie Murru

The Stripling Method

The Big6

Guided Inquiry

Information problem solving process and set of skills providing a strategy to meet information needs.

Inquiry experiences should lead to new understanding, new questions and new inquiry. Ultimate goal is deep learning.

"Designed by a learner-centered starter, worktime, and a reflection facilitated by a team that guides the instruction." (Morris, 2015, p. 89)

Purpose

Task Definition, Information Seeking Strategies, Location and Access, Use of Information, Synthesis, Evaluation

• Open, Immerse, Explore, Identify, Gather, Create, Share, Evaluate

• Connect, Wonder, Investigate, Construct, Express, Reflect

Structure

• Relies on educators providing scaffolding to guide students through inquiry.

• Combination of student and teacher

Led By

• Students

• Instructional materials and resources.

• Video Resources

• Sample Assignment

Guided Resources

• 6 phase model
• Adaptable for ages k-12
• Phases can be out of order

• 6 phase model
• Adaptable for ages k-12
• Phases can be out of order

• Adaptable for ages k-12

Similarities

• Offers a simplified model called Super3 adaptive to younger audiences.

• 8 phases based on thoughts, feelings and actions.

• Focuses on student's thinking processes.

Differences