One of the challenges to an inquiry approach to learning is that they take time to thoughtfully plan out and prepare. Students need to be taught how to work successfully in groups and be ready to cooperate and collaborate with others students. Assessment materials need to be carefully designed and explained prior to beginning inquiry instruction projects so that students know what is expected of them.
Students learn more deeply when they can apply classroom-gathered knowledge to real-world problems, and when they to take part in projects that require sustained engagement and collaboration.
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The strategy I chose to support group work is the jigsaw strategy. This is a wonderful technique that breaks up the work load and students work cooperatively with other students to learn the material. The website Jigsaw Classroom outlines how to implement this techinique in the classroom.
Great resource to help you with your PBL!
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