inquiry
Another major benefit to mobile learning is individualized student learning through inquiry-based projects. With access to the latest technology including ebooks, apps, and digital learning tools, students can take charge of their own learning. As young adults, having choice and freedom in learning is not only empowering educationally, but necessary for their independence and growth. For too long, students have been held to cookie-cutter standards. Even here at Adele, where teachers work tirelessly to meet students’ needs through differentiated instruction, true student exploration and inquiry has taken a backseat to testing pressures. Starting this fall with World Geography, eighth grade students will have engage in inquiry projects of their choosing. Next year, seventh graders will do the same in their science courses. The following year, sixth graders will research math-related concepts. independently.