“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” – Albert Einstein
It’s no secret that curiosity makes learning more effective and enjoyable. Curious students not only ask questions, but also actively seek out the answers. Without curiosity, Sir Isaac Newton would have never formulated the laws of physics, Alexander Fleming probably wouldn’t have discovered penicillin, and Marie Curie’s pioneering research on radioactivity may not exist.
Research suggests that curious children ask a staggering 75+ questions every day…..apparently half of which parents struggle to answer according to one study!
Instilling students with a strong desire to know or learn something is vital and curiosity is just as important as intelligence in determining how well students do in school. Curiosity prepares the brain for learning and makes subsequent learning more rewarding.
Obviously asking the right question is also important, however we should always encourage children to ask questions and seek clarification. The most effective lessons in school are student-led, with questions generated by students who have an active and enquiring disposition and are eager to develop their understanding of the learning they are experiencing.
The answers are all around us and are always readily available, if not from parents, teachers or other students then certainly from the internet!
The most important thing is that children never stop asking questions and always retain a curious nature. So it is definitely our collective responsibility to encourage plenty of questioning so good luck!
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