Building on Stage 1 Exploring Identities and Futures (EIF), AIF gives students the opportunity to take ownership of their learning by pursuing a topic of personal interest through self-directed inquiry. This process enables students to apply previously acquired knowledge and skills, while developing the capabilities to evaluate their thinking and manage their learning.

By promoting agency, AIF empowers students to become critical thinkers, problem-solvers, self-starters, and effective time managers - essential qualities for success in the workplace, further education, and life.