Inquiry-based learning (IBL) has existed since the early 1500‟s and research points to it being a successful pedagogy, so why do so few educators use it?
One reason may be the confusion found in the literature encountered by educators.
The literature review of inquiry revealed that a concise definition of IBL or, a common understanding of how to implement it could not be found.
IBL was presented as a philosophy of teaching, a teaching practice, inclusive, or not inclusive, and was often used concurrently with terms such as: problem-based learning, experiential learning, and co-operative learning.
In light of this confusion, how teachers defined and implemented IBL in diverse, 21st Century classrooms was investigated.
Looking at whether IBL was, or could be, an inclusive practice was also researched.