Primary School Active Learning

Inquiry-Based Learning in Primary Education

Antonio Daniel Juan Rubio, Isabel María Garcia Conesa

Quasi-experimental study in Spanish grade 3 science. An inquiry-based unit was compared with traditional teaching. Inquiry led to better long‑term understanding, motivation, and interest. Teachers can use guided questions, experiments, and discussions instead of only explaining content.

The Relative Effectiveness of Different Active Learning Implementations in Teaching Elementary School Students How to Design Simple Experiments

Martella, A. M., Klahr, D., Li, W.

Mixed-methods synthesis of studies on active learning in U.S. elementary schools. Finds that cooperative work, movement, and hands-on tasks improve engagement and achievement, especially for diverse learners. Offers concrete classroom strategies and examples that teachers can adapt in any subject.

Inquiry Based Science Learning in Primary Education

Suduc Ana-Maria, Gabriel Gorghiu, Mihai Bîzoi

Practice-based study with primary teachers using inquiry science modules. Teachers adapted ready-made inquiry lessons and reported higher student motivation, better research skills, and deeper science understanding. Teachers can start from students’ questions and guide them through simple investigations.

Impact of Active Learning in Elementary Literacy: Focus on Grammar

Vinu Vijay

Action research project in an elementary class comparing traditional lessons with active strategies like stations, games, and group projects. Uses observations, work samples, and surveys. Reports higher participation and deeper understanding. Offers detailed lesson ideas and reflections for teachers.

Improving Science Learning Activities and Outcomes by Using Problem Based Learning Model at Elementary School

Ahmad Saleh, Yuni Ahda, Yanti Fitria

Quasi-experimental study in an elementary science class implementing problem-based learning. Students worked in groups to solve real-life problems. Results show better learning outcomes and more active participation than traditional teaching. Includes a step‑by‑step model teachers can copy.