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Action research for educators /
"This book is a straightforward, no nonsense guide to a research method that can be used by educators to increase student learning and self-esteem, as well as the quality of school life in the classroom. This second edition covers the principles and history of action research, ethical and legal...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Lanham, Md. :
Rowman & Littlefield Education,
©2010.
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| Edición: | 2nd ed. |
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- The nature of educational research. Principles of research ; Quantitative versus qualitative research ; Action research principles
- Action research. History of action research ; Action research model ; Developing an action research proposal ; Conducting a literature review ; Sampling techniques ; Benchmarking ; Ethical and legal considerations
- Data collection methods. The nature of data collection ; Observing ; Interviewing ; Surveying ; Assessing
- Data analysis and interpretation. Threats to validity ; Using descriptive statistics ; Significance levels and tests of significance ; Using graphs and diagrams ; Writing narrative reports
- Solving problems and taking action. Barriers to problem solving ; Steps in problem solving ; Managing change ; Planning and initiating action ; Data-driven decision making (DDDM)
- Evaluating action research. Areas for evaluation ; Methods for evaluating results ; Evaluating action research studies
- Conducting action research. Sample research study analysis ; Collaborative process intervention : an action research study ; Modifying discussion and assessment techniques to increase student understanding and teacher reflective practices.