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Direct linkJeanne Ellis Ormrod – Pearson, 2023
"Practical Research" is an engaging, cross-disciplinary guide to research methodology. This text is your do-it-yourself, how-to manual for planning and conducting research. Suitable for a wide variety of courses in basic research methodology, the book uses a conversational tone, step-by-step instructions, and practical suggestions to…
Descriptors: Action Research, Participatory Research, Intellectual Disciplines, Interdisciplinary Approach
Leedy, Paul D.; Ormrod, Jeanne Ellis – Pearson, 2019
An engaging, cross-disciplinary guide to research methodology "Practical Research: Planning and Design" is a do-it-yourself, how-to manual for planning and conducting research. Suitable for a wide variety of courses in basic research methodology, the book uses a conversational tone, step-by-step instructions, and practical suggestions to…
Descriptors: Research Methodology, Planning, Research Reports, Research Design
Zepeda, Sally J. – Eye on Education, 2019
This comprehensive and authoritative book serves as the road map to your school's professional development journey. Written for principals, professional development directors, other district leaders, and teacher leaders, "Professional Development: What Works" shows you how to plan and implement programs that promote teacher growth. Full…
Descriptors: Faculty Development, Coaching (Performance), Program Implementation, Best Practices
Hendricks, Cher C. – Pearson, 2017
In this book, educators learn what they need to know about the action research cycle and get practical help for working through each step of the cycle--from choosing a topic and generating research questions to analyzing data and reporting results and conclusions. In a clear, concise, user-friendly approach, the author helps readers through the…
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Action Research, Reflection, Teacher Researchers
Creswell, John W. – Pearson Education, Inc., 2015
"Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research" offers a truly balanced, inclusive, and integrated overview of the processes involved in educational research. This text first examines the general steps in the research process and then details the procedures for conducting specific types…
Descriptors: Educational Research, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Research Methodology
Preble, Bill; Gordon, Rick – Corwin, 2011
Most educators agree that children learn better in an honoring and respectful culture. They also know that top-down imposed change rarely sticks. In "Transforming School Climate and Learning", Bill Preble and Rick Gordon show how to accomplish lasting results by engaging both teachers and students in the five-step SafeMeasures[TM] process, a…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Action Research, Formative Evaluation, Educational Change
Cunningham, Diane – ASCD, 2011
Once you've established a professional learning community (PLC), you need to get this ASCD (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) action tool to ensure that your PLC stays focused on addressing teaching methods and student learning problems. This ASCD action tool explains how your PLC can use collaborative action research to…
Descriptors: Action Research, Teacher Collaboration, Teaching Methods, Communities of Practice
Tomal, Daniel R. – Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc., 2010
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…
Descriptors: Educational Research, Action Research, Data Collection, Elementary Secondary Education
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), 2012
For nearly 40 years, AACRAO has published the Self-Assessment, and this 185-page update will provide a cost effective and simple way to evaluate your office operations by stimulating thought, encouraging self-reflection, and evaluating policies and procedures. The Assessment is arranged by topical area with chapters addressing most basic registrar…
Descriptors: Expertise, Thematic Approach, Guidelines, Professional Development
Earley, Peter; Porritt, Vivienne – Institute of Education - London, 2009
This book presents case studies of schools' journeys towards effective CPD practice as part of a TDA national project. It tells the story of the goals set and achieved, and the challenges and successes along the way. Each case study makes specific reference to the nine factors or approaches to CPD identified in the book as underpinning effective…
Descriptors: Professional Development, Professional Continuing Education, Case Studies, Coaching (Performance)
Sagor, Richard – 2000
Action research, explored in this book, is a seven-step process for improving teaching and learning in classrooms at all levels. Through practical examples, research tools, and easy-to-follow implementation strategies, this book guides readers through the action research process. The chapters are: (1) "What Is Action Research?"; (2) "How Is Action…
Descriptors: Action Research, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education, Research Methodology
Lodico, Marguerite G.; Spaulding Dean T.; Voegtle, Katherine H. – Jossey-Bass, An Imprint of Wiley, 2006
Written for students, educators, and researchers, "Methods in Educational Research" offers a refreshing introduction to the principles of educational research. Designed for the real world of educational research, the book's approach focuses on the types of problems likely to be encountered in professional experiences. Reflecting the…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Educational Research, Program Evaluation, Action Research
Zepeda, Sally J. – Eye on Education, 2007
The first edition of this book was highly regarded by both professors and students for its practicality and its: (1) coverage of tools & strategies to help supervisors work effectively with teachers; (2) up-to-date approach to clinical supervision which includes teacher portfolios, action research, peer coaching, and other innovative practices;…
Descriptors: Teacher Improvement, Supervision, Field Experience Programs, Clinical Supervision (of Teachers)
Greenwood, Davydd J.; Levin, Morten – 1998
This book defines an epistemological agenda for action research, one that challenges the conventional academic social sciences on epistemological and ethical grounds. It gives an overview of different approaches so that researchers can find their own perspectives within the field. Methodologies and fieldwork tools are described. The chapters are:…
Descriptors: Action Research, Educational Research, Epistemology, Research Methodology
Wiggins, Grant; McTighe, Jay – Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2007
An essential part of moving forward with the Understanding by Design[R] framework is to make sure its principles and strategies are reflected in all aspects of your school improvement efforts, including curriculum planning, leadership, teacher professional development, and action research. Here's a book designed to help you. From creating your…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Action Research, Educational Change, Leadership
