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Book SynopsisAction Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators introduces both novice and experienced practicing educators to the process of designing and conducting classroom-based action research in order to make their instructional practices more effective. This practical text focuses on the research methods and procedures that educators can use in their everyday instructional practices, classroom activities, and school procedures. Using over 20 years of teaching experience, author Craig A. Mertler provides insightful coverage of the knowledge and skills needed to design research studies, conduct research, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
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Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements About the Author Part I: What Is Action Research? Chapter 1: Introduction to Action Research Chapter 2: Overview of the Action Research Process Part II: How Do I Begin My Action Research Study? Chapter 3: Planning for Action Research & Reviewing Related Literature Chapter 4: Developing a Research Plan Part III: What Do I Do With All These Data? Chapter 5: Collecting Data Chapter 6: Analyzing Data Part IV: I’ve Got Results!?.?.?.?Now What? Chapter 7: Next Steps and Future Cycles: Developing an Action Plan Chapter 8: Writing an Action Research Report Chapter 9: Sharing and Reflecting Appendix A. What Is the Impact of Positive Female Role Models and Mentoring Opportunities on the Self-Efficacy of Girls in Science? Appendix B. The Relationship Between the Strategy of Knowledge Folders and Study Skills Appendix C. Action Research Developmental Templates Glossary References Index
