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Inquiry Paradigms and Writing
by Janet Emig
College Composition and Communication
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Inquiry paradigms and writing refer to the various approaches and methods used to conduct research and communicate it through writing. This includes the study of different research paradigms, such as positivism, post-positivism, constructivism, and critical theory, as well as the strategies for effective academic writing in different disciplines. Understanding inquiry paradigms and writing is essential for researchers to articulate their ideas clearly and effectively.
Inquiry-based learning was proposed by educational reformers John Dewey and Jerome Bruner. They believed that students should actively explore and inquire about topics to deepen their understanding and retention of knowledge.
The inquiry method in teaching social studies involves encouraging students to ask questions, investigate sources, think critically, and draw their own conclusions about historical events, cultural phenomena, and societal issues. It emphasizes active student engagement, research skills, and the development of a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Teachers often use primary sources, simulations, debates, and projects to facilitate inquiry-based learning in social studies.
Guided inquiry is an approach to teaching and learning that involves providing students with guidance and support as they explore concepts, analyze data, and solve problems. It emphasizes student-driven investigation and critical thinking, with educators acting as facilitators to help students develop research skills and make connections between content. This method promotes deeper understanding and engagement with the material.
Conceptual writing is an approach to writing that emphasizes the underlying concept or idea behind the words rather than conventional narrative or poetic techniques. It often involves using language in a more experimental or non-traditional way to challenge traditional notions of literature and artistic expression. Conceptual writers may focus on themes such as language, representation, and the creative process itself.
The theory of planned change that serves as the foundation for appreciative inquiry (AI) is the social constructionist perspective. Social constructionism emphasizes the idea that reality is socially constructed through interactions and language, which aligns with AI's focus on identifying and amplifying strengths and positive elements within an organization to drive change.