The Effectiveness of Using inquiry-Based Learning Method in increasing Pupils Performance in Teaching Science to Grade Three Pupils of Tangway Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Science is a way of knowing and discovering, a method of learning about nature and other forms of activity that inquiry-based learning lesson is logically discipline. It prepares the student to develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world. Second, it develops skills of scientific inquiry to design and carry out scientific investigations and evaluate scientific evidence to draw conclusions. Third, it prepares them to become a more scientifically literate citizen. In this study, we explored the effectiveness of using the inquiry-based learning method in increasing student performance in science.

METHODS

The researcher made a lot of reading about the use of inquiry-based approach method in teaching. The different processes were applied such as constructing of Lesson plans, teaching the lesson, constructing test item, administering the test and interpreting the test results. The researcher prepared lesson plans as a guide for teaching topics about plants and animals. The pupils were assessed at the end of each meeting. The researcher organized written and practical tests to evaluate the performance of the pupils. Such writer and practical test served as the primary instruments utilized in this study for data gathering technique.

RESULTS

Through the process of inquiry, individual entrusts much of their understanding of the natural and human-designed world. Based on methods used by the researcher they find out that:

The distinct feature of Inquiry-based Learning Method applied in each lesson during the motivation, presentation and application of the topic, are questioning, generation of useful knowledge, seeking an appropriate resolution and nurturing inquiring attitudes. The lesson in which the inquiry-based approach is best applied for lessons on plants and animals. Majority of the pupils got high and very high performance both in a lesson on plants and animals. Proposed supplementary activities focused on experimentation, group activity, benchmarking, field trips and use of realia.

DISCUSSIONS

The results give emphasis on the development of inquiry skill whereas.

Teachers may use inquiry-based learning Method in teaching Science to enhance the critical thinking skills of learners. Simulation activities in the familiarization of using the computer may be used with a different program such as PowerPoint and video presentation in teaching science. The proposed supplementary activities may be shown to the science teacher for their suggestions and comments to be used in the classroom.