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What is IBL?

What is IBL?

IBL is a broad framework for teaching mathematics that is applicable in a wide range of situations. The four pillars are

1. Student engagement in rich mathematical tasks
2. Regular opportunities for student-to-student and student-to-instructor collaboration
3. Instructors inquiring about student thinking
4. Focus on equity

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The Four Pillars Represented as a 2x2 Grid

Summary

IBL is doable.

IBL is fun.

IBL allows for incremental change.

IBL assumes a growth mindset.

IBL fosters a growth mindset.

IBL can be transformative.

In one minute, �write the most important thing from this first session.�

Break Time!

Don’t forget to stretch!�

Explain or show how she could do this and give the answer that Marcy should get for the number of dots.

Think of a class or a topic for which you think IBL would be most helpful and why.

Tips for Modifying Materials

• Rephrase as Questions
• Add Examples Inspiring Pattern Recognition and Ask for Conjectures
• Ask for Counterexamples
• Midwest Meet-Up: Groupwork and Assessment Online
• AMATYC Midwest Region Meet-Up: Writing Questions for An Online Class

Sources of IBL Materials

The Academy of Inquiry Based Learning (Resources)

AIBL Dropbox Folder

IBL Resource Spreadsheet

IBL Resource Summary (By Topic)

“Turning Routine Exercises Into Activities that Teach Inquiry: A Practical Guide” by Suzanne Dorée (PRIMUS)