The 5 E's

The 5 E's of Inquiry 

Engaging is the first step to the 5 E's. This is when the teacher needs to capture the focus of the class and setting the
topic for the day. This would be a great time for students to ask questions about what it is, and how it might pertain
to them. 

The second step to the 5 E's. This is when the class can benefit from learning from one another. The lessons or ideas
being taught are student centered, not teacher centered. Exploring gives more freedom to the child to understand
and develop understanding for the task at hand.

This is a great time for a teacher to asses their students learnings. The student can verbalize or visually represent
their knowledge or new skill they have learned. By having the student communicate verbally, it will broaden their knowledge and outcomes. This is also a great time to introduce new terms.

The elaborate phase is just as it sounds. This phase provides opportunities for students to apply what they have learned to new situations and to develop a deeper understanding of the concept or greater use of the skill. It is important for students to discuss and compare their ideas with each other during this phase. 

The final phase provides an opportunity for students to review and reflect on their own learning and new understanding and skills. It is also when students provide evidence for changes to their understanding, beliefs and skills. This is another great opportunity for teachers to asses the class.