4. The Final Product    

Having decided upon a main focus for inquiry, it is necessary to decide or agree upon the nature of the final product. The final product could take many forms and may include one of the following suggestions:

  • PowerPoint presentation
  • Website, social media page, etc.
  • Written research document
  • Video presentation such as an explainer video, documentary or promotional video
  • In-person presentation to a live audience which could be filmed to record the event
  • Scientific journal or magazine including written articles and images
  • Posters, info-grapics and photographic evidence posted around the classroom or school
  • One or more of the above presented as an exhibition which parents and other stakeholders may attend.

The final product is an extremely important component of the process as it provides students with the opportunity to communicate their learning with others and develop a sense of purpose and pride in their work.

When the inquiry focus and final product are decided upon, it is necessary to discuss and explain these to the students.  At this stage, students’ input should be elicited and final tweaks made.