Structured for How Students Learn Best

Studies show that active learning is the most effective way for students to grasp science concepts, which is why hands-on activities are the centerpiece of Inquiry Investigations. Explore the latest in science—including genomics, advanced electrophoretic separation technology, biodiversity analysis, forensic DNA profile analysis and more.

Going Beyond the Traditional Lab

Inquiry Investigations hands-on activities are accompanied by virtual labs. These innovative computer-based activities, conducted on a virtual workbench, allow students to expand their knowledge through additional experiments, including some that are too dangerous or equipment-intensive to be conducted in most classrooms. As with hands-on activities, results vary from student to student, adding to the authenticity of the virtual experience.

Structured for How You Teach

Inquiry Investigations™ modules link to core science concepts, making them an ideal complement to existing curricula. Each module comprises 3–7 units (labs) that investigate major themes, and a related interactive virtual lab. A comprehensive culminating activity invites students to synthesize and apply what they’ve learned in the module. For maximum flexibility, modules and many individual kits are available separately.

The Support You Need for Excellent Outcomes

You won’t need a deep background in science to use this program—teacher support is found both in the Curriculum Guide and on the Curriculum Resource CD-ROM* that accompany each module. Support includes background information, step-by-step activity instructions, expected outcomes, teaching tips, glossaries, customizable content and assessment, and other tools designed to make you and your students successful.

Thorough Assessment Monitoring

Inquiry Investigations includes questions and answers relating to each activity, as well as suggestions for additional activities to reinforce key concepts. Test questions are available in both practice and test modes and in five styles: multiple choice, concept mapping, matching, labeling, and essays.

Curriculum Resource Software

A CD-ROM*, included with each module, contains tools and information that help students to master the programs content and skills.

Virtual Laboratory

• Students perform investigations by manipulating equipment on their virtual workbench.
• Full range of instructors desks; students workstations; base, wall, mobile, and specialty cabinets; and seating
• Electronic notebook allows recording and analyzing results.

Helpful Tutorials

• Topic-related content features detailed illustrations.
• Hyper-linked glossary contains key concepts and terms.
• Dynamic multi-media tutorials and presentations are web-deliverable.

Assessment Tools

• Test questions can be accessed in either practice or test mode.
• Customizable tests and worksheets offer five question types—essay, multiple choice, concept map, matching, and labeling.

Teacher Resources

• Image gallery contains printable images for customizing presentations.
• Dynamic animations reinforce key concepts.
• Experimental results section provides in-depth experimental data analysis. Where applicable, graphs, tables, and images are included.
• Tips facilitate teaching each activity.

Correlations to Standards and Curricula

• Key concepts are correlated to the National Science Education Standards (NSES).
• Correlations to all 50 state standards are available via a website link.
• Alignments to popular textbooks are included online.

* CD-ROM System Requirements: Windows 2000 or higher, VISTA–compatible, Mac 9.2 or higher (including OSX), 128 MB RAM. Network version available.

Earth's Resources Module

Structured for Success

Inquiry Investigations™ modules are structured to engage students in problem-based science by focusing on real world challenges and solutions. Through active learning, students come to understand experimental design, observation, data interpretation, and analytical thinking.

Each module features a comprehensive Curriculum Guide, a Curriculum Resource CD-ROM, and materials for 10 groups of four students each in a handy storage center.

Exploring Light and Optics Lab

Individual Labs

Frey Scientific’s exclusive Inquiry Investigations program comprises 12 modules that cover major science topics. Each module contains 3–7 labs and a virtual lab, provided on the included CD-ROM. Purchase all 12 modules for a complete program, or choose single modules to suit your needs.

Inquiry Investigations is the ideal complement to existing curricula. In addition to purchasing individual modules, you may also purchase individual kits to expand on specific topics. Structured for Flexibility Whether you need a complete science program or individual labs, there’s an Inquiry Investigations™ configuration for you Individual Labs

Inquiry Investigations™ Individual Kits

Individual kits covering many of the topics within each module are also available and include:

• Investigation literature, teacher guide, separate student guide with copymasters
• Teacher Resource CD-ROM:
  • Experimental results
  • Interactive animation
  • Teaching tips
  • Tutorials on subject content
  • Assessment
  • Glossary
  • Standards correlations
• Materials for 40 students