Collaborative Inquiry at PLI 2016

On June 16, 2016, MNPS administrators participated in a data exploration where the collaborative inquiry process was modeled.  The purpose of the session was to model collaborative inquiry for facilitating a group data exploration about cultural issues throughout MNPS with the guiding question of "How can we unleash the power of data to foster a positive and purposeful learning culture throughout MNPS?"

Collaborative inquiry as defined by the MNPS Community of Practice is a data-based team process that consciously uses the collaborative learning cycle (activating and engaging, exploring and discovering, and organizing and integrating) and the qualities of effective groups (fostering a culture of trust, maintaining a clear focus, taking collective responsibility and data-informed decision-making).

To access the workshop materials and to see their observations and initial theories, go to http://www.mnpscollaboration.org/group-data-exploration-pli-2016.html.

I cannot wait to see how schools engage in collaborative inquiry during the 2016-2017 school year to support teacher and student success.

If there is anything I can do to assist and support you, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].

Happy Summer!

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