Trevor MacKenzie
Trevor MacKenzie is an internationally acclaimed educator, author, and speaker with a passion for transforming classrooms through inquiry-based learning. With experience as both a high school teacher and global consultant, Trevor empowers educators to design learning experiences that foster curiosity, agency, and deep understanding. He is the author of four widely respected books, including Dive into Inquiry and Inquiry Mindset, which have become essential resources for teachers around the world seeking to implement authentic, student-driven learning.
Click here to register for The Inquiry Movement Webinar Series with Trevor, starting 3rd September.
Listen here to Trevor discuss what inquiry is, and what inquiry isn't.
TYPES OF INQUIRY
Click here to view Trevor MacKenzie’s slides on the Types of Inquiry. These slides are a valuable resource for understanding the different models of inquiry—ranging from structured to free inquiry—and how each can be used depending on where your learners are in their journey. Whether you're just beginning to implement inquiry or looking to deepen student agency over time, this resource offers practical guidance for scaffolding inquiry in developmentally appropriate and meaningful ways.
Listen here to a YouTube clip on the Types of Inquiry.
QUESTION ROUTINES
Trevor MacKenzie’s Question Routines are a powerful resource for any inquiry-based classroom. Designed to spark curiosity, promote collaboration, and encourage the sharing of ideas, these routines can truly shift the energy and engagement in your learning space. An example of a routine is the Question Pencil which supports students in crafting more focused and meaningful questions. Visit the webpage to download detailed guides for each routine and see them in action. For deeper insight, we highly recommend Trevor’s latest book, Inquiry Mindset: Questions Edition, a rich resource that unpacks how these routines help students (and teachers) sort, organise, and refine their questions to shape purposeful learning experiences.
Formative and Summative Assessment
Assessment plays a powerful role in shaping how students learn, reflect, and grow. In this short video, Trevor MacKenzie unpacks the difference between formative and summative assessment, and makes a compelling case for why formative assessment should take the lead in our classrooms. By focusing on timely feedback and ongoing reflection, formative practices empower students to take greater ownership of their learning journey. Click through to watch the clip and be inspired to rethink the balance between formative and summative in your own practice.
