Shared Inquiry Quiz

What is the definition of shared inquiry?

• A method of learning and discussion where participants collaboratively explore a text or topic, asking questions, sharing insights, and building understanding together.

• A method of learning and discussion where participants compete against each other to find the correct answer.

• A method of learning and discussion where participants listen to a lecture without any interaction.

• A method of learning and discussion where participants work individually to explore a text or topic without any collaboration.

What are the benefits of shared inquiry?

• Shared inquiry is a waste of time and resources.

• Shared inquiry only benefits the teacher.

• Shared inquiry has several benefits including collaborative learning, critical thinking, and fostering communication skills.

• Shared inquiry has no benefits.

What are the steps of the shared inquiry process?

• Choosing a text or topic, Generating questions, Collecting evidence, Analyzing and interpreting the evidence, Formulating and sharing conclusions

• Choosing a text or topic, Writing a summary, Analyzing and interpreting the evidence, Formulating and sharing conclusions, Taking a quiz

• Reading the text, Writing a summary, Taking a quiz, Discussing with peers, Presenting findings

• Generating questions, Collecting evidence, Analyzing and interpreting the evidence, Formulating and sharing conclusions, Presenting findings

Give an example of a shared inquiry question.

• How does the author use symbolism to convey the theme in the novel?

• What is the author's favorite book?

• How many pages are in the novel?

• What is the main character's favorite color in the novel?

Explain the role of a facilitator in shared inquiry.

• A facilitator in shared inquiry guides and supports the group in their exploration and helps them reach a collective understanding or solution.

• A facilitator in shared inquiry is primarily focused on promoting their own ideas and opinions rather than facilitating a collaborative process.

• A facilitator in shared inquiry is only there to observe and does not actively participate in the discussion or decision-making process.

• A facilitator in shared inquiry is responsible for making all the decisions and directing the group towards a predetermined outcome.

Why is shared inquiry important in learning?

• Collaboration and deeper understanding are not necessary for learning.

• Shared inquiry only promotes memorization, not critical thinking.

• Shared inquiry is important in learning because it promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and deeper understanding.

• Shared inquiry is not important in learning.

How does shared inquiry promote critical thinking skills?

• Shared inquiry promotes critical thinking skills by encouraging active participation, open-mindedness, and the exploration of diverse perspectives.

• Shared inquiry promotes critical thinking skills by encouraging passive participation, open-mindedness, and the exploration of diverse perspectives.

• Shared inquiry promotes critical thinking skills by discouraging active participation, open-mindedness, and the exploration of diverse perspectives.

• Shared inquiry promotes critical thinking skills by discouraging active participation, close-mindedness, and the exploration of limited perspectives.

What are some strategies for effective shared inquiry discussions?

• avoiding eye contact, not actively participating, not summarizing key points

• asking closed-ended questions, discouraging diverse perspectives, promoting disrespectful dialogue

• interrupting others, dominating the conversation, dismissing others' opinions

• active listening, asking open-ended questions, encouraging diverse perspectives, promoting respectful dialogue, summarizing key points

How can shared inquiry be applied in different subjects?

• Shared inquiry can be applied in different subjects by encouraging collaborative discussions, asking open-ended questions, analyzing texts or data together, and actively listening to each other's perspectives.

• Shared inquiry can be applied in different subjects by discouraging open-ended questions and only focusing on finding one correct answer.

• Shared inquiry can be applied in different subjects by having the teacher provide all the answers and not allowing students to share their own perspectives.

• Shared inquiry can be applied in different subjects by having students work individually and not engaging in group discussions.

What are some potential challenges in implementing shared inquiry?

• Lack of participation, difficulty in facilitating group discussions, managing diverse perspectives and opinions, ensuring equal participation, maintaining a safe and respectful environment

• Lack of preparation and organization, lack of clear goals and objectives, difficulty in managing time and staying on track