The 5E Model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate)

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Engage curiosity -> Explore with a task -> Explain the concept -> Elaborate to new contexts -> Evaluate understanding.

Summary

Engage curiosity -> Explore with a task -> Explain the concept -> Elaborate to new contexts -> Evaluate understanding.

Origin

Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS), 1980s - inquiry-based teaching.

Structure

Engage -> Explore -> Explain -> Elaborate -> Evaluate.

When to use it

Concept teaching where you want discovery before explanation.

In Nalanda

Engage with a hook slide, Explore via a question, Explain the principle, Elaborate with examples, Evaluate with MCQs / the whole-test.

Notes & tips

Pitfalls to avoid. Explaining before learners have explored (kills engagement); a token evaluate step.

See also

Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction - Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle