Enabling Inquiry-Orientated Learning in the Laboratory

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The IDEA Experiments

Enabling Inquiry-Oriented Learning in the LabDr Chris Thompson

School of Chemistry, Monash University

The IDEA Experiments

Inquiry Design

ExploreAnswer

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Replaces the traditional recipe style experiment - no lab manual!

Invokes a more authentic approach to science Teamwork (3 – 4), collaborative Ask questions, background

research 6 Step Approach to enable

genuine inquiry

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And these are the enabling steps …

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Does it work?We definitely think so!

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Is it easy to set up?Design

Demonstrators

Are my colleagues on board?Yes, and the IDEAS are

spreading.

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• Is there still a place for the recipe?

• Of course …• Technique• Discipline• Repetition• Following Instructions• Safety!

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