Daniel R. Tomal

Action Research for Educators (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This book is a straightforward, no-nonsense guide to a research method that can be used by educators to increase student learning, student self-esteem, and quality of school life in the classroom. This user-friendly book covers the principles and history of action research, ethical and legal considerations, methods for conducting both formal and informal action research, data collection methods, analysis and interpretation, action planning and initiation, and results evaluation. The author includes numerous examples, strategies, and illustrations that can be applied to elementary and secondary schools as well as university settings.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Bloomsbury eBooks US
• Seitenzahl: 1
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. März 2010
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798216218715
• Artikelnr.: 75142676

Autorenporträt

Daniel R. Tomal, Ph.D.is a Distinguished Professor of Leadership at Concordia University Chicago teaching research and leadership. He has authored over twenty five books, two hundred studies and articles. He is a former vice president, teacher, and consultant.

Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1 Foreword
Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 3 The Nature of Educational Research
Chapter 4 Action Research
Chapter 5 Data Collection Methods
Chapter 6 Data Analysis and Interpretation
Chapter 7 Solving Problems and Taking Action
Chapter 8 Evaluating Action Research
Chapter 9 Conducting Action Research

Rezensionen

Tomal provides a guide to action research that should be in the library of every educator. The principles of this book have the potential to motivate teachers, inspire best practices, and to pursue action plans that transform schools. Reading this book will enhance the practice of novice educators interested in problem solving and heighten the resolve of experienced educators to engage in practical research. A must-read for practicing educators and students. Essential. CHOICE