Predict Learn Conclude | Inquiry Lesson Plan Strategy
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Predict Learn Conclude | Inquiry Lesson Plan Strategy
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Key Takeaways
The What
Predict, Learn, Conclude prompts students to make inferences, test those inferences while gathering information, and construct conclusions. Use for a pre-assessment, as an anticipatory set, or to assess student thinking.
The How
Download the "Predict Learn Conclude" handout to serve as a graphic organizer for students.
1. Prompt students to make predictions about what they expect to find in their research or study of a specific topic.
- Predictions can be recorded on the board, through a group recorder, or on a handout.
2. Challenge students to investigate the topic using provided materials or a protocol, jotting notes to capture their findings.
3. Invite students to share their findings and draw conclusions with their group or the whole class.
- Challenge students to use evidence from the investigation to draw conclusions, which can be added to the board or individual handouts.
- Ask: Which of our predictions were accurate? What surprised you?
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