Action Research: Teachers as Researchers in the Classroom

About this book

Action Research: Teachers as Researchers in the Classroom introduces practicing teachers to the process of conducting classroom-based action research. The practical nature of the book stems from the fact that it focuses on research methods and procedures that teachers can use in conjunction with their everyday instructional practices and activities in classrooms. An overview of traditional educational research is followed by detailed practical information describing each step for teachers as they design and conduct their own applied classroom-based research projects. Although based on the research literature the book takes a very practical approach never losing sight of its intended audiencepracticing educators. Key Features Includes numerous concrete examples on important topics such as data collection instruments and presentations of research results Integrates two detailed and practically-based action research case studies throughout the book Provides sections within each chapter with related Web sites highlighted concepts summaries questions and activities glossary and a sample syllabus The practical and applied approach of Action Research: Teachers as Researchers in the Classroom will benefit students enrolled in graduate courses in Action Research Research Methods in Education Qualitative Research Methods Principalship and Superintendency.