Advantages of Applying IBSE Method: The Coimbra Inquire Course Case-Study

AbstractApplying formal and informal education modelsandrevitalizingInquiryBasedScience Education (IBSE)methodology a training course for teachers and educators was developed at Coimbra University Botanic Garden, following the Inquire European Project. This study intends to reflect on the advantages of IBSE use on trainee's professional development and as an outdoors Natural Sciences teaching-learning facilitator process. Through the produced outcomes and with questionnaires evaluation results those evidences indicates multiplebenefits. A clearimprovement incompetence, knowledge, participation, interest and motivation was achieved by trainees and their students, which become more autonomous, creative and responsible. Based upon our experience, deepening knowledge and increasing educative practices and exploration outdoors as training programs onBotanic Gardens, allied with IBSE methodology, highly will supportnatural sciences professionals’ competences, thus better improving student learning