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Stage 5 of PYP Inquiry Cycle

Making Conclusions

Synthesizing Findings & Formulating Concepts

Stage Goal

Consolidate learning across the unit, articulate key takeaways, synthesize conclusions, and demonstrate mastery.

๐Ÿง  Thinking Routines

I Used to Think... Now I Think...

Reflect on how personal understanding evolved across the inquiry unit.

Protocol Steps

  1. 1.Write down: 'I used to think [prior belief about tech/coding]...'
  2. 2.Write down: 'Now I think [new evidence-based concept]...'
  3. 3.Explain what specific evidence caused your perspective to shift.

Example Prompt

"How has your understanding of internet privacy changed since the start of our unit?"

Headline Routine

Summarize the core essence of the unit into a memorable statement.

Protocol Steps

  1. 1.Write a punchy 6-word news headline capturing the central takeaway.
  2. 2.Add a sub-headline explaining the key supporting evidence.

Example Prompt

"Write a headline summarizing the impact of cyberbullying prevention."

๐Ÿ“ Graphic Organisers

Concept Synthesis Map

Link core unit concepts with linking verbs ('leads to', 'enables', 'requires').

Infographic Layout Draft

Plan visual hierarchy, key statistics, headers, and icon placement.

Summary Conclusion Matrix

Map claims to specific supporting data points collected during research.

๐Ÿซ Classroom Activities

Year 1-2

Digital Storybook Conclusion

Use Book Creator to record audio reflections answering: 'What is a robot and how does it follow code?'

Year 3-4

Online Safety Infographic

Design a Canva poster summarizing 5 key rules for protecting personal information online.

Year 5-6

Computing Science Fair Talk

Deliver a 3-minute presentation explaining how your team designed and debugged a complex Scratch game.

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