Instructional Differences

Chapter 2 in the textbook discusses the instructional differences between direct and inquiry instruction. Reading this had me thinking about what model of instruction I prefer when I teach. While I see all of the benefits of a direct instruction lesson and understand its purpose, I find inquiry instruction to be the place where the most creative learning happens. Direct instruction is the presentation of facts to the students. From a technology standpoint, we can utilize many forms of it to create an effective and engaging tool for students. While direct instruction is certainly necessary and essential, it does not have to be the only way we reach our students. Inquiry learning opens up a door of vast possibilities for students to explore. With inquiry learning, students hold the keys to explore the curriculum by using problem-solving tactics and hands-on experiences. Technology can play a great role in this facilitation because it offers a wide variety of resources and tools for students to use when exploring a new topic. Students can make their own websites, create presentations, videos, or could even dive into different research  methods. There simply is no "correct" form of instruction. Both models of instruction serve their own unique purpose in the education system and should be valued as such, even if critics find flaws in each.

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