INQUIRY ORIENTED CURRICULUM: (AN SYSTEMATIC REVIEW)

Abstract

Students’ understanding of science in Pakistan is not up to at standard. The main

purpose of this study is to see that science education can be improved through inquiry-oriented curriculum among Pakistani schools. A systematic review of related literature and Meta-analysis has been done for this purpose. Literature leads to a conclusion that there is a need to study utility of inquiry-oriented curriculum model.

Findings show that inquiry-oriented curriculum is more effective than routine methods of teaching. It helps in development of creativity and academic achievement. It is further recommended that teachers and students become acquainted with inquiry-oriented curriculum and also implement this approach into teacher training institutes for quality science education.