Action research : teachers as researchers in the classroom
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Action research : teachers as researchers in the classroom
Sage, c2009
2nd ed
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-253) and index
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Description
Action Research, Second Edition introduces practicing teachers to the process of conducting classroom-based action research. The book's practicality stems from its focus on research methods and procedures that teachers can use with their everyday instructional practices and classroom activities. Detailed, practical information is included for teachers as they design and conduct applied classroom-based research projects. Features and Benefits:Action Research Portraits (3 portraits in each chapter)These portraits show how teachers and other educators can actually conduct action research in order to address their own specific local-level problems.Lists of online resources (updated)The comprehensive lists are comprised of Web sites that readers can pursue for additional related information.Discussion of rigor in action research (new)This discussion communicates to the reader how to maintain the high level of rigor and validity in action researchWriting Up Action ResearchSpecial sections, titled Writing Up Action Research, are included in Chapters 3 through 8. These sections provide annotated excerpts from published or otherwise disseminated action research reports, highlighting specific concepts presented in each particular chapter.
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
PART I. "WHAT IS ACTION RESEARCH?"
Chapter 1. Introduction to Action Research
Chapter 2. Overview of the Action Research Process
PART II. ?HOW DO I BEGIN MY ACTION RESEARCH STUDY??
Chapter 3. Planning for Action Research
Chapter 4. Developing a Research Plan
PART III. ?WHAT DO I DO WITH ALL THESE DATA??
Chapter 5. Collecting Data
Chapter 6. Analyzing Data
PART IV. ?I?VE GOT RESULTS?NOW WHAT??
Chapter 7. Developing an Action Plan
Chapter 8. Sharing and Reflecting
Chapter 9. Writing Up Action Research
Appendix A: Sample Action Research Report: The Effects of De-Emphasizing Grades on the Achievement and Stress Levels of Students in Health Class
Appendix B: Sample Action Research Report: Assessing the Assessments ? What Really Works? An Action Research Report
Glossary
References
Index
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