Journal of Undergraduate Research
Securing Engineering for the Future: An Inquiry-base Approach to Teaching Engineering in Grades 6-12
Keywords
teaching engineering, education, elementary
College
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology
Department
Technology
Abstract
The basis behind inquiry-based learning is that questions are being asked and answers are being found. On that same note problems are being presented and solutions are being discovered. Inquiry-based learning and instruction allows for personal growth and choice in education on the part of the student. It doesn’t eliminate the role of the teacher, but it places the teacher in the position of facilitator. The goal of the facilitator is to create an environment where students can begin to make connections with previous learning, add to that learning new knowledge, and then form their own conclusions to find solutions.
Recommended Citation
Anderson, Ryan and Berrett, Dr. Jared
(2013)
"Securing Engineering for the Future: An Inquiry-base Approach to Teaching Engineering in Grades 6-12,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 2039.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/2039