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Classroom Inquiry for EL and Literature Teachers (Primary and Secondary)

Learn to design and carry out classroom inquiry to better understand your students' learning. Register on OPAL2.0 using code CI-000024.

Last updated 8 September 2026

How can I turn my interest in my students’ learning into a focused classroom inquiry?
How do I design the inquiry to answer the questions I have?
What methods can I use to collect and analyse evidence?
How can I communicate my findings clearly and convincingly to others?

Overview

This course introduces you to classroom-based, teacher-led inquiry for the teaching, learning and assessment of English Language and Literature in English.

In the course, you will:

  • learn how to design an inquiry that will help you understand the effects of your classroom practices on students’ learning;

  • identify an inquiry focus relevant to your students’ learning and develop appropriate questions to guide your inquiry;

  • learn how to collect evidence of students’ learning as data that will help you answer your inquiry questions; and

  • explore ways to analyse such data, and how to develop and communicate your inquiry findings.

The course is a blend of in-person learning sessions and an asynchronous online learning period. You will have opportunities to apply your learning during the course while designing a classroom inquiry.

Learning Goals

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • gain a deeper understanding of classroom inquiry;

  • design an inquiry to answer questions about your students’ learning;

  • analyse evidence to answer your inquiry questions; and

  • communicate your findings effectively to different audiences.

Course Structure

Mode of Learning

In-Person Learning Session 1

 3 hours

Thu, 5 Mar
(P.M.)

Asynchronous Online Learning Period

 6 hours

Fri, 6 Mar – Wed, 8 Apr

In-Person Learning Session 2

 3 hours

Thu, 9 Apr
(P.M.)

Target Participants

TLs and teachers of EL and Literature who would like to build their research literacy with a view to engage in classroom-based inquiry,

Registration

Please register on OPAL2.0 using this code: CI-000024 (opens in new tab).
Closing date for registration: Thu, 19 Feb

For enquiries, please contact:

Dr Caroline Ho (Lead Specialist/EL) at caroline_ho@moe.gov.sg (opens in new tab)