This action-embedded inquiry leads students through an investigation of how they can make a difference in their community. By featuring an opportunity for students to think through the issues that surround them, the inquiry enables them to choose one to work on, to decide what kinds of action they could take, to assess the challenges that might face them, and then to take action.
How can I make a change in my community?
Brainstorm a list of local issues and decide on one that interests the class.
What do we need to know about our issue of concern?
Formative TasksMake a T-chart of what you know about the issue and what you need to know.
SourcesSources for this inquiry are all likely to be local and determined by students with help from their teachers—e.g., newspaper stories, public records, local laws, property maps, local officials.
What could we do to address our issue?
Formative TasksMake a T-chart with a list of options on the right-hand side.
SourcesWhat challenges could we face?
Formative TasksComplete the options T-chart by listing potential challenges for each option.
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