The document defines inquiry learning as a recursive process driven by the learner's questions and interests. It describes the classroom environment for inquiry learning as one that allows extended time for exploration, investigation, and discussion. It provides an example of a student's inquiry process into Appalachia, including developing research topics and questions, identifying information sources, and sharing discoveries.

1. The Inquiry Approach to Learning A Definition, Classroom Description, & Example ? ? ? ?

8. This is what I discovered about Appalachia . . . Missing May (C. Rylant, 1993) Mama Is a Miner (G. Lyon, 1994) Belle Prater’s Boy (R. White, 1997) Has this area been featured in books? Intermarried & poor with a lot of children Uneducated & dumb Hillbilly & redneck How are the people stereotyped? Native Americans Hunters & trappers Scots-Irish immigrants Who first settled this region? Answer #3 Answer #2 Answer #1 Question