Learn everything you need to know about Concept-based Inquiry in the latest position paper from Eaquals Associate Members, Oxford University Press! Concept-based Inquiry is a brand-new methodology that uses concepts to help young learners build connections between different ideas and make sense of the world around them.

Due to globalization, technological advances, and global challenges, the world is rapidly changing. The ability to communicate across cultures has become more important than ever. Language learning is a gateway to the world, fostering intercultural competence and global mindsets. Despite the uncertainties we might encounter in our world, the language classroom can be a place for joy and discovery.

Language-learning though Concept-based Inquiry supports English language teachers to nurture curiosity and creativity in their classrooms using an inquiry-based approach. The paper explores what Concept-based Inquiry is, how it relates to language development, its benefits, some challenges to adoption, and provides tips for implementation. Find out how to:

• Guide young learners to build connections between different ideas and experiences, preparing them to apply their learning to new situations in our ever-changing world.

• Develop learners’ curiosity, creativity, and sense of discovery by encouraging them to explore and question the world around them using an inquiry-based approach.

• Shape tomorrow’s changemakers by equipping learners with the skills, attitudes, and agency to engage with global issues and become active members of society.

• Foster an atmosphere of collaboration and shared discovery by encouraging learners to build on each other’s ideas and draw collective conclusions as part of a learning community.

Download the free paper now and start shaping tomorrow’s changemakers!