INQUIRY METHOD AS A

STRATEGY IN TEACHING
MATHEMATICS.
 Inquiry Method

Five phases of
Inquiry Method

CONTENTS
 Teaching is not merely imparting
knowledge, it is about empowering
students to excel academically,
nurture critical thinking skills, and
develop a love for lifelong learning.

Teaching
 A teaching strategy is a plan or
method that educators use to
guide their instructional practices
and facilitate student learning.

Teaching strategies
There are numerous teaching strategies available, each serving
different purposes and catering to diverse learning styles.

One of these is the Inquiry Method.

Inquiry Method as a teaching strategy
 Inquiry Method

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 Inquiry Method

The Inquiry Method is an effective teaching

strategy that encourages students to actively
participate in the learning process.
 Inquiry Method
The inquiry-based method of teaching mathematics is an
approach that encourages students to independently
explore mathematical concepts and solve problems
through questioning and investigation. Rather than
simply delivering information, the teacher acts as a
facilitator, guiding students in their discovery and
understanding of mathematical principles.
 The five phases of Inquiry Method
of teaching Mathematics

1. Entry: Presentation
and Clarification of a
Problem, an Issue, or a 4. Test Hypotheses
Question.

5. Closure: Draw Conclusion

2. Formation of Hypotheses

3. Collection of Data
1. Entry: Presentation and Clarification of
a Problem, an Issue, or a Question.
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a. State objectives and c.Relate to

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provide a rationale.
students.

b. Identify a problem, a d. Clarify the problem

question, or a query.
2. Formation of Hypotheses

a. Encourage the creation of a preliminary

explanation and solutions.

b. Clarify hypotheses
 3. Collection of Data

a. Facilitate the identification of

proof sources
b. Assist in analyzing
the proof.
 4. Test Hypotheses

a. Assist in organizing data.

b. Assist in data processing and

assessment.
 5. Closure: Draw Conclusion

a. Facilitate the creation of a generalization,

clarification, or solution

b. Integration and transition.

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