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A step-by-step guide to action research with a balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative methods.
The leading text in the field of action research, Action Research: A Guide for the Teacher Researcher is known for its practical, step-by-step guidance for teachers on how to do research in classrooms. Drawing on his extensive experience working directly with teachers and principals to help them learn how to conduct action research studies, the author guides future educators through the action research process via numerous concrete illustrations. The text positions action research as a fundamental component of teaching and helps it's readers not only acquire the skills to conduct quality studies, but also how to make it a part of everyday teaching practice.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Understanding Action Research
Chapter 2. Ethics
Chapter 3. Deciding on an Area of Focus
Chapter 4. Review of Related Literature
Chapter 5. Data Collection Techniques
Chapter 6. Data Collection Considerations: Validity, Reliability, and Generalizability
Chapter 7. Data Analysis and Interpretation
Chapter 8. Action Planning for Educational Change
Chapter 9. Writing Up Action Research
Chapter 10. Evaluating Action Research
Appendix A: Action Research in Action
Appendix B: Standard Deviation and Action Research
Appendix C: Displaying Data Visually
