Overview: “Inquiry-Based Learning” has its intellectual roots in the ideas of 18th-century French educator Jean-Jacques Rousseau and was further developed in the early 20th century by American educator John Dewey. This method encourages students to actively identify problems, formulate hypotheses, gather data, and conduct analysis, thereby cultivating critical thinking and independent learning throughout the process. The teacher’s role shifts from knowledge transmitter to facilitator, helping students understand theory through practice through step by step exploration and making learning more engaging and meaningful.
Description: Inquiry-Based Learning is especially suited to STEM fields, natural sciences, social sciences, and interdisciplinary courses, essentially any subject that requires students to conduct research, run experiments, or analyze complex issues. Through inquiry, students not only acquire knowledge but also master the ability to solve problems.