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Action research: teachers as researchers in the classroom
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Publisher
Sage
Publication Date
c2009
Language
English
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Table of Contents
From the Book - 2nd ed.
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I. "What Is Action Research?"
1. Introduction to Action Research
Chapter 1 Organizer
What Is Action Research?
Introduction to Educational Research
Overview of Educational Research
Overview of Action Research
Models of Action Research
Characteristics of Action Research: What It Is and What It Is Not
The Importance of Action Research
Connecting Theory to Practice
Improvement of Educational Practice
Teacher Empowerment-Teacher as Decision Maker
Professional Growth
Applications of Action Research
Identifying Problems
Developing and Testing Solutions
Preservice Teacher Education
Inservice Professional Growth
"Rigor" in Action Research
Related Web Sites: What Is Action Research?
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
2. Overview of the Action Research Process
Chapter 2 Organizer
Step 1. Identifying and Limiting the Topic
Step 2. Gathering Information
Step 3. Reviewing the Related Literature
Step 4. Developing a Research Plan
Step 5. Implementing the Plan and Collecting Data
Step 6. Analyzing the Data
Step 7. Developing an Action Plan
Step 8. Sharing and Communicating the Results
Step 9. Reflecting on the Process
A Brief Example
Step 1. Identifying and Limiting the Topic
Step 2. Gathering Information
Step 3. Reviewing the Related Literature
Step 4. Developing a Research Plan
Step 5. Implementing the Plan and Collecting Data
Step 6. Analyzing the Data
Step 7. Developing an Action Plan
Step 8. Sharing and Communicating the Results
Step 9. Reflecting on the Process
Related Web Sites: The Action Research Process
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
Part II. "How Do I Begin My Action Research Study?"
3. Planning for Action Research
Chapter 3 Organizer
Identifying a Topic for Research
Preliminary Considerations
Limiting a Topic
Gathering Preliminary Information
Reviewing the Related Literature
Sources for Related Literature
Searching the ERIC Database Online
Writing a Literature Review
Writing Up Action Research: Topics and Literature Reviews
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Sites: Sources for Research Topics and Related Information
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
4. Developing a Research Plan
Chapter 4 Organizer
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Basic Research Designs
Qualitative Research Designs
Quantitative Research Designs
Selecting a Research Design and Developing a Research Plan
Writing Up Action Research: The Research Plan
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Sites: Research Questions and Research Designs
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
Part III. "What Do I Do With All These Data?"
5. Collecting Data
Chapter 5 Organizer
Qualitative Data Collection Techniques
Observations
Interviews
Journals
Existing Documents and Records
Characteristics of Qualitative Data: Accuracy, Credibility, and Dependability
Quantitative Data Collection Techniques
Surveys, Questionnaires, and Rating Scales
Checklists
Tests and Other Formal Instruments
Characteristics of Quantitative Data: Validity and Reliability
Writing Up Action Research: Data Collection Methods
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Sites: Advice and Guidelines About Data Collection
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
6. Analyzing Data
Chapter 6 Organizer
Qualitative Data Analysis Techniques
Inductive Analysis
Using Computer Software to Assist With Qualitative Data Analysis
Quantitative Data Analysis Techniques
Using Descriptive Statistics
Using Inferential Statistics
Using Computer Software to Assist With Statistical Analysis
Reporting the Results of Data Analysis
Guidelines for Reporting the Results of Qualitative Data Analysis
Guidelines for Reporting the Results of Quantitative Data Analysis
Writing Up Action Research: Data Analysis
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Sites: Guidelines and Resources for Data Analysis
Software Programs for Analyzing Qualitative Data
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
Part IV. "I've Got Results! ... Now What?"
7. Developing an Action Plan
Chapter 7 Organizer
Developing Action Plans
Levels of Action Plans
Individual
Team
School-Level or Districtwide
Action Planning: A Time for Reflection
Writing Up Action Research: Action Plans
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Site: Action Plans
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
8. Sharing and Reflecting
Chapter 8 Organizer
Communicating the Results of Action Research
Locally
Action Research Communities
Professional Conferences
Academic Journals
Sharing Results Electronically
Reflecting on the Action Research Process
Writing Up Action Research: Reflecting on Research
Action Research Portrait 1
Action Research Portrait 2
Action Research Portrait 3
Related Web Sites: Communication and Discussion About Action Research
Action Research Web Sites
Action Research Electronic Journals
Action Research Electronic Mailing Lists
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
9. Writing Up Action Research
Chapter 9 Organizer
Conventions of Academic Writing
Titles of Reports
Person and Voice
Tense
Tentative Versus Definitive Statements
Clarity
Consistency
Simplicity of Language
Conventions of Format
Practical Guidelines for Writing
Related Web Sites: Writing Up the Results of Action Research
Still More Examples of Action Research Reports
Summary
Questions and Activities
Web-Based Study Site
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
Credits
Index
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9781412968577
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