Inquiry-Based Learning and the Flipped Classroom Model

Abstract

The flipped classroom model of teaching can be an ideal venue for turning a traditional classroom into an engaging, inquiry-based learning (IBL) environment. In this paper, we discuss how two instructors at different universities made their classrooms come to life by moving the acquisition of basic course concepts outside the classroom and using class time for active problem-based learning. Results from student surveys are presented to relate student perceptions of the flipped/IBL classroom model.     

翻转课堂在普通化学课程教学难点中的应用研究

立足普通化学课程教学大纲,基于教学难点调查问卷分析结果,考查知识点学习要求及其章节分布,甄选9个教学难点开展翻转课堂教学模式应用研究。结果表明,融入翻转课堂的教学模式有助于提高课堂教学效果。     

Science Teacher Attitudes Toward Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning

The purpose of this study was to determine teachers’ attitudes, values, and beliefs about inquiry. The participants of this study were 275 middle grade and secondary science teachers from four districts in North Carolina. Issues such as class size, accountability, curricular demands, and administrative support are perceived as constraints, impeding the use of inquiry. These are the issues that must be effectively dealt with in the professional education and professional development of all science teachers.     

Flipped Active Learning in Your Mathematics Classroom Without Videos

We explored the effectiveness of a flipped active learning pedagogy in a liberal arts mathematics course without video or interactive preparation. In both control and active learning classes, students were required to respond to a reading before class and take a quiz after class. During the active learning class, students worked together in groups on problems instead of listening to a lecture. This modest change in the in-class course structure showed that students were more willing to work with peers and ask questions of the instructor. Sources examined include common grade items as well as pre- and post-course attitude surveys.     

基于视频公开课的翻转课堂教师培训模式

在《国家中长期教育改革和发展规划纲要(2011-2020)》中关于高等教育优质资源普及共享的思想指导下,教育部启动了视频公开课的建设工作。视频公开课为教师专业发展提供了优质资源,翻转课堂是混合式学习的有效实现途径,二者的结合可以实现教学内容与教学方式的创新与发展。该文在对国内外基于资源的教师专业发展相关研究分析的基础上,提出了基于视频公开课的翻转课堂教师培训模式要以视频公开课作为资源,开展培训内容体系的设计、个性化培训策略的设计、培训活动的设计、培训支持服务的设计及立体的培训评价体系的设计。     

Ordinary Least Squares and Quantile Regression: An Inquiry-Based Learning Approach to a Comparison of Regression Methods

We present a short, inquiry-based learning course on concepts and methods underlying ordinary least squares (OLS), least absolute deviation (LAD), and quantile regression (QR). Students investigate squared, absolute, and weighted absolute distance functions (metrics) as location measures. Using differential calculus and properties of convex functions, students discover the sample mean, median, and pth quantile by minimizing sums of distances. Students use these metrics to define loss functions for OLS, LAD, and QR, and explore methods to minimize them. We discuss classroom experiences over two semesters. Classroom activities, Maple worksheets, and R demonstration code are available at a companion website.     

翻转课堂及其在大学英语教学中的应用

在我国教育信息化改革的浪潮下,起源于美国教育界的翻转课堂,以建构主义理论为指导,以现代化信息技术为依托,作为一种创新型教学模式,正以其独特的优势引起我国教育界的重视和青睐。该文以教育信息化改革为导向,围绕翻转课堂的起源及定义分析,从当前大学英语教学现状入手,阐述了翻转课堂指导大学英语教学的可行性分析及其优势,并提出相关的对策及建议,给出了课堂实践案例,以期为我国高校实施大学英语翻转课堂实践提供借鉴。     

“互联网+翻转课堂”实验教学设计

电力系统分析实验课程是电气工程及其自动化专业的主干实践课程,其教学重点和难点在于系统模型的构建与分析。在新工科与“工业4.0”背景下,“互联网+”与翻转课堂相结合的“互联网+翻转课堂”教学模式符合信息化时代教育教学的新规律,适应经济社会快速发展对人才培养的新要求。“互联网+翻转课堂”电力系统分析实验课程体现了个性化、智能化、泛在化实验教学新模式,能够有效地提高学生的实践能力和培养创新精神,也是在课时压缩形势下保证教学质量的重要举措。     

体验式学习、“翻转”课堂与MOOC比较研究

"翻转"课堂与MOOC(大规模网络开放课程)都是随着科技进步和教育理念变革产物,它们对传统的教育模式与学习模式都产生了巨大影响。体验式教学也是近些年被广泛应用的教学模式,本论文通过比较这三者的区别与联系旨在探讨它们所具有共通的教育理念以及应用范围。     

专业实习“慕课+翻转课堂”教学模式探索与实践

从大学专业实习的教学目标和教学特点出发,构建了基于"慕课+翻转课堂"的四课堂教学模式,精心设计各教学环节,加强生生、师生、校企交流互动,营造良好的实习教学环境和学习氛围,让学生真正成为学习的主导者,达到提升实习教学效果的目标。     

“互联网+”翻转课堂在《安全系统工程》课程教学中的应用探析

安全系统工程为安全工程专业的主干课程之一,学生对课程的掌握程度对其考研和从事安全工作等有直接影响。文章分析了当前安全系统工程课程特点、"互联网+翻转课堂"在教学应用中的问题,提出采用优化整合教学内容、构建知识点逻辑图、改进课堂研讨模式、改革期末考核方式等方法,来提高"互联网+翻转课堂"教学模式在安全系统工程课程教学中的应用效果。     

任务驱动式翻转课堂教学模式在开放《管理学基础》课程中的应用

翻转课堂作为一种新兴的教学模式,已成为国内教学关注的重点。本文以任务驱动为目的和手段,根据开放教学学生的学习特点,构建了任务驱动式翻转课堂教学模式,并应用到开放教育《管理学基础》课程中,分析其在应用过程中出现的问题以及取得的教学效果。     

Networking for Leadership,Inquiry, and Systemic Thinking: A New Approach to Inquiry-Based Learning

Recent changes in science education standards have mandated a prominent place for inquiry learning in science curricula. However, change from traditional teaching methods to a more inquiry-centered approach is difficult to enact. While research to date demonstrates a number of successful inquiry implementations, it also reveals a slow rate of change along with possible reasons for difficulty in adopting inquiry instructional methods. Further, inquiry reforms have failed in the past. The Networking for Leadership, Inquiry, and Systemic Thinking (NLIST) initiative, sponsored by the Council of State Science Supervisors and NASA, proposes to facilitate inquiry through systemic reform designed to avoid the mistakes of the past and incorporate new knowledge about teaching and learning. Systemic elements targeted for change include a standard conceptualization of science as inquiry, instructional materials, professional development, administrative support and leadership, facilities, community involvement, and technology infrastructure. To date, the initiative has created a detailed definition of inquiry learning and a rubric for evaluating instructional materials against this definition. This paper presents the theoretical and empirical foundations for the NLIST initiative, describes its progress, and outlines future goals.     

Inquiry-Based Learning in a First-Year Honors Course

We describe a case study of a problem-solving section, using the “Harkness” discussion method, of an honors multivariable calculus course. Students in the problem-solving section had equivalent outcomes on exams, reported higher ratings in self-assessments of skills, and took more math classes in the following year, compared with students in the lecture-based sections.     

在微积分中开展探究性学习的现状调查分析

目前,高等师范院校在微积分教学中,实施探究性学习的理论较为薄弱,具体实施中存在诸多问题.可以从教师、学生及客观等3方面进行归因.建议以微积分内容为载体,从内容选择、几何直观、数学思想方法、网络环境等方面开展微积分探究性学习.     

研究性学习在中专数学教学中的探索

研究性学习是以"培养创新精神和实践能力"为教育理念的新型学习方式,如何改变教师的教学方式和学生的学习方式,达成这一教学理念,值得教育工作者认真探索.     

Narrative Structure in Inquiry-Based Learning

Abstract

Our goal with this paper is three-fold. We want to increase awareness of inquiry-based learning by presenting the strategy we use to develop and implement lessons and activities. We describe our approach to structuring lessons in mathematics in a way that engages the students by using language and constructs with which they are familiar from other non-science classes. Finally, we include samples from an exploration of celtic knots that we think works well to engage students in the inquiry process, making use of these ideas.     

小学英语翻转课堂构建的策略

在小学英语教学中,教师要借助“翻转课堂”的理念,将学习活动前移,先学后教、因学而教,能凸显学生的自主潜能,培养学生的自主学习能力。教师要发挥引导作用,对学生进行针对性的指导,让“教”与“学”和谐相融。     

探究式学习实施原则初探

实施探究式学习要遵循一些基本原则:为了保证教学进度,不能完全排斥接受式学习;学生的探究需要教师必要的引导;评价既要重过程,又要重结果;要将探究过程中的错误作为一种资源加以利用。