Choose a real-world phenomenon that opens questions across more than one subject.
Flagship programme
Phenomena-Based Learning
An inquiry-led approach to connect subjects through real-world questions and give students an active role in investigating them.
At a glance
Learning designed for classroom application
- For whom
- Teachers, curriculum teams and school leaders
- Format
- Two-day programme in the documented forum; delivery can be adapted
- Core focus
- Interdisciplinary inquiry, student questions and collaborative project design
The documented forum programme was led by Finnish learning and development specialist Petteri Elo. It explored how teachers can select a meaningful phenomenon, connect subject perspectives and design learning around inquiry, discussion and evidence.
What participants explore
From ideas to a workable teaching plan
Participants connect an interdisciplinary idea to a practical sequence of inquiry activities suited to their curriculum and learners.
Frame student inquiry, collaborative tasks and opportunities to apply knowledge.
Plan how to observe understanding and refine the next stage of learning.
Based on the SILK Group Fourth International Education Forum brochure. The two-day format describes that event; future delivery is tailored to each institution.
Adapt this programme