What is the goal of using KWL charts in the classroom?

Using KWL charts in the classroom serves the primary goal of encouraging curiosity and research. KWL stands for "Know," "Want to know," and "Learned," which structure facilitates active student engagement in their learning process. It prompts students to reflect on what they already know about a topic, identify what they are interested in learning, and later record what they have learned after the exploration. This process not only builds students' curiosity but also fosters a sense of ownership over their learning journey, motivating them to seek out information and conduct research based on their interests. By regularly setting learning objectives and reflecting on those objectives, students become more invested in their educational experience.