Inquiry requires of assumptions, use of critical and logical thinking, and consideration of alternative explanations (Exline, Joe, 2003). The present study was intended to scrutinize how the presence of scientific inquiry might affect undergraduate student’s achievement in physics. In this study Atkin & Karplus (1962) Learning Cycle is the bases of the Scientific Inquiry method.
2. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
The upshots of this research may be beneficial for physics teachers, students, curriculum developers, educational authorities, and in general educational system. Physics teachers may be able to select different appropriate apparatus, tools and materials to promote their teaching by emphasizing on strategies and instructional approaches in the context. Physics teacher may be engaged students in investigations by ensuring a safe working environment make available science tools, materials, media, and technological resources. Students may be proficient in framing and solving the problems associated with inquiry activities to solve problems in context of daily life. Students may be prepared for the lifelong challenges by developing competence.