The University of Michigan Math Department held a local Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) teaching workshop for the third time that summer.
IBL is a form of mathematics teaching in which, instead of listening to a traditional lecture, students learn concepts through mathematical exploration and collaboration, all under the guidance of a knowledgeable and flexible instructor.
The workshop is appropriate for all levels of experience and interest in IBL teaching—whether you’ve taught IBL for years, or are curious about starting to incorporate IBL modules for the first time. During the workshop participants will (in no particular order):
- Watch and reflect upon on selected video clips of IBL teaching
- Discuss key facets of IBL teaching
- Observe 2 hours of a live IBL course happening next door to the workshop
- Discuss challenges of IBL teaching and strategies for doing it successfully.
- Make concrete plans for creating a classroom climate that will lay the groundwork for a successful IBL classroom.
- Discuss what a “successful IBL classroom” might mean.
- And, if time allows, take part in an IBL lesson!
