Joanna Karanikolopoulos
Inquiry based learning (IBL) reflects a broad shift in emphasis from teaching to learning, and also a concern to find new ways to engage a generation of students who are frequently put off by traditional ‘chalk and talk’ teaching. Despite its attractions, however, IBL is challenging to implement. The article describes how a group of Year 8 teachers at Wantirna College in Victoria are exploring ways to apply IBL in Mathematics, English, Science and Humanities classes.
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Kathe Kirby
Further action is needed to support Asia literacy in schools – ABC News: Opinion.
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Louisa Linterman, Rob Browne
Maths teachers at a New Zealand primary school have benefited from an extended professional development cycle – set: Research Information for Teachers.
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