For my first search into "inquiry learning", I noticed that the search yielded over 79,000 results through Google.  Whilst some were perhaps of a questionable nature, I did come across some great resources explaining inquiry learning, and blogs from teachers about how inquiry learning works in the classroom.  I also stumbled upon the Youtube clip below by Mark Chalenor.  I think he has summed up the purpose of inquiry learning in the 21st century quite well, and how inquiry-based learning methods can help our students to become strong and valuable members within our community both locally and globally.  

Chalenor, M. (2011)  Teaching Inquiry Learning (Youtube clip)

Over the course of this blog, I hope to gain a deeper understanding into inquiry learning and the applications of information-learning theories that can be used to enhance information retrieval and allow students to become independent and successful researchers.  

My three questions I would like to pose and explore in more detail through out this unit are as follows:

1) How do we develop assessments that encourage inquiry learning?

2) What type of activities and lessons can we enact within the classroom to help students develop the necessary skills needed for this information rich environment?

3) What do I need to know in terms of research skills and practices to ensure that I am teaching content and information skills simultaneously whilst providing a high level of professional understanding?