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Action Research for Educators

Häftad, Engelska, 2003

AvDaniel R. Tomal

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Most research methods are too impractical and painstaking for educators. Teachers and administrators at all levels—elementary, secondary, and university—need a simple, yet powerful book on conducting action research as a viable method for making educational improvements. This user-friendly book covers the principles and history of action research, ethical and legal considerations, how to conduct both formal and informal action research, data collection methods, data analysis and interpretation, planning and initiating action, and evaluating the results of action. Illustrations are included in each chapter.Features:· A procedure model for using action research in the school environment.· A model of action research with examples.· A comprehensive description of how action research varies from the use of qualitative and quantitative research methodology.· Examples of benchmarking techniques that can aid an educator in using action research.· Examples of how to conduct literature reviews.· A detailed explanation of collecting data and analyzing this data in a practical manner.· Practical tips and strategies to analyze data using basic statistical methods.· Samples of teacher action research projects and references.· How to construct graphs using Microsoft Excel.· Methods of evaluating action research.· Explanation of how to conduct a formal action research proposal.· Strategies in conducting interviews and surveys.Designed for elementary and secondary teachers and administrators as a practical guide, and for university professors as a required textbook or supplemental book.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2003-04-09
Mått153 x 231 x 10 mm
Vikt261 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieConcordia University Leadership Series
Antal sidor160
FörlagBloomsbury Publishing Plc
ISBN9780810846135
UtmärkelserCHOICE Outstanding Academic Title 2004

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Part 1 PrefacePart 2 AcknowledgmentsPart 3 Chapter 1: The Nature of Educational ResearchChapter 4 Principles of ResearchChapter 5 Quantitative Versus Qualitative ResearchChapter 6 Action Research PrinciplesPart 7 Chapter 2: Action ResearchChapter 8 History of Action ResearchChapter 9 Action Research ModelChapter 10 Statement of the Problem (Initial Diagnosis)Chapter 11 Developing an Action Research ProposalChapter 12 BenchmarkingChapter 13 Ethical and Legal ConsiderationsPart 14 Chapter 3: Data Collection MethodsChapter 15 The Nature of Data CollectionChapter 16 ObservingChapter 17 InterviewingChapter 18 SurveyingChapter 19 AssessingChapter 20 ProcessingPart 21 Chapter 4: Data Analysis and InterpretationChapter 22 Threats to ValidityChapter 23 Using Descriptive StatisticsChapter 24 Using Graphs and DiagramsChapter 25 Writing Narrative ReportsPart 26 Chapter 5: Solving Problems and Taking ActionChapter 27 Barriers to Problem SolvingChapter 28 Steps in Solving ProblemsChapter 29 Managing ChangeChapter 30 Planning and Initiating ActionPart 31 Chapter 6: Evaluating Action ResearchChapter 32 Areas for EvaluationChapter 33 Methods for Evaluating ResultsPart 34 Chapter 7: Conducting Action ResearchChapter 35 Sample Research StudyChapter 36 Collaborative Process Intervention: An Action Research StudyPart 37 Appendix A: Ethical Standards of the American Educational Research AssociationPart 38 Appendix B: Seventy-Five Ideas for Conducting Action ResearchPart 39 BibliographyPart 40 IndexPart 41 About the Author

Tomal provides a guide to action research that should be in the library of every educator. The principles of this book have the potential to motivate teachers, inspire best practices, and to pursue action plans that transform schools. Reading this book will enhance the practice of novice educators interested in problem solving and heighten the resolve of experienced educators to engage in practical research. A must-read for practicing educators and students. Essential.