14. SUCHMAN INQUIRY MODEL (Questioning)
Description: This model is intended to help students develop questioning skills.
Application: The Suchman Model is used most often in science and social studies classes where there is a puzzling situation or event to explore.
Process: Before using this protocol, rehearse numerous times. Present a seemingly unanswerable or perplexing occurrence. Tell students to ask questions of the teacher that elicit a “yes” or “no” answer as this helps students establish the basic facts. Direct them to gather information via Internet, article, or text that helps verify the occurrence. Guide students to identify the variables, to hypothesize and to test possible connections. Ask students to organize the information gathered and form a possible explanation. At the conclusion of this inquiry session, pose questions to students that will elicit a deeper understanding of the puzzle.
Description: This model is intended to help students develop questioning skills.
Application: The Suchman Model is used most often in science and social studies classes where there is a puzzling situation or event to explore.
Process: Before using this protocol, rehearse numerous times. Present a seemingly unanswerable or perplexing occurrence. Tell students to ask questions of the teacher that elicit a “yes” or “no” answer as this helps students establish the basic facts. Direct them to gather information via Internet, article, or text that helps verify the occurrence. Guide students to identify the variables, to hypothesize and to test possible connections. Ask students to organize the information gathered and form a possible explanation. At the conclusion of this inquiry session, pose questions to students that will elicit a deeper understanding of the puzzle.
Reference, and/or for more information:
14. Suchman Inquiry Model
http://tnst.randolphcollege.edu/pedagogy/teachingstrategies/suchmaninquiry.htm
14. Suchman Inquiry Model
http://tnst.randolphcollege.edu/pedagogy/teachingstrategies/suchmaninquiry.htm
