Learning to inquiry is an important tool in any student's toolbox.  Connecting to global communities is of paramount importance.  

Your task is in 3 parts: 
One
Choose from one of these topics
  • NZ World heritage sites.  A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place (such as a forest, mountain, lake, desert, monument, building, complex, or city) that is listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as of special cultural or physical significance.  
  • Endangered NZ Native Plants
  • Endangered NZ Native Animals


Steps of Inquiry:
  1. Brainstorm what you know on the topic. Use an online mapping tool to help you.  ie http://www.mindmeister.com/.  Use class log on to create your own map.
  2. Making your questions to initiate your inquiry.  Be thoughtful. Make questions that you DO NOT know the answers.  Use this link to help you make your questions: http://inquirewithcore.weebly.com/day-2.html
Two
  • Share your inquiry by creating a website to share your learning.
  • include a blog to reflect on the steps of inquiry.
  • link to your
Three
Action your inquiry: What ways are you helping.