7: Pupils as Researchers: Empowering Inquiry in Education

In this chapter, you will

• Consider what is meant by conducting research with pupils and explore its significance in fostering their confidence and agency.

• Examine the ethical implications that must be addressed before initiating any research project.

• Reflect on what constitutes an appropriate research question and discover methods that pupils can use to investigate and reach conclusions.

• Investigate how teachers can sensitively scaffold and facilitate exploration.