Inquiry-Based Learning: Developing Student-Driven Questions

Wildwood IB World Magnet School uses the inquiry-based model to put students in charge of their learning, with lessons that stem from student questions and harness the power of curiosity.

August 24, 2015

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Wildwood IB World Magnet School

Public, Urban

Grades K-8

Chicago, IL

As an International Baccalaureate school, Wildwood was already using inquiry-based strategies. But after an "inquiry fair" inspired the staff about where this could lead, the school embraced inquiry as one of its core values and now guides students toward driving their own learning.

Outperformed state in reading, math, and science since 2003
#1 rating on Effective Leaders and Involved Families (University of Chicago 5 Essentials Frameworks)
2014 Breakthrough Schools Grant Recipient (Next Generation Learning Challenges)