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Inquiry Response: An Author's Response

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“What is Inquiry” Response
My perception of inquiry is similar to the author's view on what inquiry is. The author mentions two types of learning, formal and informal learning. Formal learning; one that prepares a person for tangible, reducible, measurable and definite outcomes which is the type of learning focussed on in schools. Informal learning; one that goes beyond the definite answer and focuses on unpredictable aspects of life. I believe inquiry is the kind of informal learning in which we ask questions for creative possibility and enriched knowledge. It begins when one sees that not all things in life have a definite answer. The author mentions that inquiry is most effective in a group setting, which is understandable because it allows

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