Why inquiry based learning as opposed to the traditional textbook way of teaching? Is inquiry based learning the best way to go? What are the effects on student learning outcomes and on the development of the whole child?

Running head : INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING - LITERATURE REVIEW

Inquiry-Based Learning - Literature Review

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Literature Review

Suthers , D .D , Toth , E .E Weiner , A (1997 . An integrated approach to implementing

collaborative inquiry in the classroom . CSCL Proceedings , December

In their article , Suthers , Toth and Weiner (1997 ) provide a detailed overview of the major benefits and pitfalls of computer supported collaborative learning (CSCL . The impact of technology on the quality of the learning processes is re-evaluated through the prism of inquiry-based collaborative environments . Researchers perform

a detailed analysis of the newly designed CSCL approach that comprises a networked software system , activity plans , web-based materials and self- and peer-assessment instruments . Suthers , Toth and Weiner (1997 ) seek the means and justification for the shift of the learning initiative to students

The researchers are correct in that technology has the potential to completely transform the quality of educational processes . Suthers , Toth and Weiner (1997 ) imply that technology may serve a reliable basis for the development and implementation of inquiry-based learning approaches in classroom . Properly designed software may provide students with a chance to use shared workspace as the source and the means of collaborative inquiry . Finally , advanced technology can become the key to better quality of teamwork and group work at all levels of student learning activity

Suthers , Toth and Weiner (1997 ) use a balanced approach to the research of technology 's role in inquiry-based learning : they are confident that the use of technology in classroom is impossible without being supported...