Inspiring Inquiry: Teaching Students to Ask Meaningful Questions in Science and Engineering
In this interactive session, participants will explore the science and engineering practice of asking questions. The workshop will delve into strategies for teaching students how to formulate meaningful questions driven by curiosity, observations, predictions, and phenomena. Participants will learn to distinguish between open-ended and closed questions and understand how science questions drive investigations, while engineering questions define problems, probe criteria, and guide solution-finding. Participants will observe phenomena, practice crafting effective questions using appropriate question words, and explore how inquiry can enhance engagement across core content areas. By the end of the session, participants will leave with helpful strategies, resources, and inspiration to empower students to ask thoughtful questions, fostering deeper learning and critical thinking.