Publisher's Synopsis
This compact, user-friendly text provides everything a pre-service or in-service teacher needs to know to conduct an action research project, in a clear, step-by-step presentation.
This text guides the learner through comprehension and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative techniques in action research methods and then describes all phases of the process, including selecting a topic; collecting, analyzing, and reporting data; reviewing the literature; and presenting the report.
This text can be used for simple action research projects or for masters theses and dissertations. More examples, ideas for possible research questions, many new forms and graphics have been added to this edition. There are also many new strategies and examples of projects that can be used for professional growth and development included with this edition.
