Interview with Victoria Crossan of Learning by Inquiry

Victoria Crossan is a wealth of practical knowledge when it comes to using inquiry as a teaching strategy to nurture children's curiosity. In this episode we unpack how inquiry benefits children's learning, the difference between an invitation and a provocation and how to use what you have to set up provocations. Victoria walks us through how to use provocations to spark children's interests and gives useful advice to educators who are new to inquiry, and are ready to have a go.Victoria's passion is palpable! Let this be the episode that makes you want to have a go and change children's learning for the better.🔗 Links:Connect with Victoria at Learning By InquiryLearning by Inquiry on FacebookLearning by Inquiry on Instagram🆓 Download the FREE e-guide How to Nurture Natural Curiosity HERE✍️ Sign up to Get Curious, the inspirational weekly newsletter for curious parents and educators HERE💌Connect with Edwina:Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/blooming_curious/Website: https://www.bloomingcurious.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloomingcuriousYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@edsbloomingcurious☕️ If you like my work and want to encourage me to keep going you can do so by Buying me a Coffee. Any contribution will be gratefully received and will certainly give me the kick I need to keep going.☕️00:00 Introduction to Victoria Crosson and Inquiry-Based Learning00:55 Victoria's Teaching Journey and Early Influences05:26 Differences Between Canadian and English Education Systems08:27 The Importance of Curiosity in Education10:13 Inquiry-Based Learning in Practice15:22 Provocations vs. Invitations in Inquiry Classrooms21:46 Practical Tips for Educators on Using Provocations25:44 Engaging Students with Simple Classroom Materials29:29 A Heartfelt Story of Passionate Learning30:15 The Power of Inquiry-Based Learning33:38 Connecting Curriculum with Student Interests35:43 Interdisciplinary Learning and Real-World Applications37:33 The Role of Teacher Mindset in Inquiry41:26 Measuring the Effectiveness of Provocations44:06 Modeling Inquiry and Embracing Failure45:16 The Rewards of Inquiry-Based Education49:57 Advice for Educators on Implementing Inquiry54:48 Resources and Final Thoughts