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M. Mahruf C. Shohel, Editor; Alex Mortby, Editor – IGI Global, 2024
Scholars and educators worldwide are grappling with the challenge of translating innovative research findings into tangible improvements within their classrooms. The chasm between theory and practice hinders the progress of education and leaves a wealth of untapped potential. The need for a process or approach to bridge these elements is urgent.…
Descriptors: Action Research, Evidence Based Practice, Theory Practice Relationship, Higher Education
Eckert, Jonathan; Teisan, June – National Network of State Teachers of the Year, 2020
Research can be a powerful tool in education, but it's an even more powerful tool when that research is created, implemented, and reflected upon by the education experts themselves--classroom teachers. This research mobilized a cadre of STEM teacher leaders to help unpack the overarching research question: How does the collective leadership of…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Teacher Leadership, Educational Practices, Teacher Attitudes
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Shoemaker, Brandon – English Journal, 2013
How teachers can use such materials as parallel-text editions, graphic novels, and film adaptations to increase students' understanding of and interest in Shakespeare was the impetus for a classroom action research project that examined the effects of teaching methods on student comprehension and engagement. The author of this article…
Descriptors: Classics (Literature), Cartoons, Films, Teaching Methods
Isaacs, Barbara – Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2012
"Understanding the Montessori Approach" is a much needed source of information for those wishing to extend and consolidate their understanding of the Montessori Approach and how it is used in the teaching and learning of young children. It will enable the reader to analyse the essential elements of this Approach to early childhood and and its…
Descriptors: Montessori Schools, Action Research, Early Childhood Education, Young Children
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
Syrja, Rachel Carrillo – Jossey-Bass, An Imprint of Wiley, 2011
This book provides practical strategies and tools for assessing and teaching even the most hard to reach English language learners across the content areas. Syrja offers educators the latest information on working with ELLs (including using formative assessments) and provides a wealth of classroom-tested models and measures. These tools have…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, English (Second Language), Teaching Methods, Success
White Plains Public Schools, NY. – 1969
This guide to establishing an adult basic education learning laboratory focuses on reading development with programed and self-directed instructional materials, with individualized as well as classroom instruction (Stage I), and on the use of audiovisual devices and software (Stage II) for individual, small group (cluster), and occasional large…
Descriptors: Action Research, Adult Basic Education, Bibliographies, Equipment
Kincheloe, Joe L., Ed.; Horn, Raymond A., Jr., Ed. – Praeger, 2007
Cognition, mind, counseling psychology, lesson plans, learning styles, and Vygotsky are just a few of the many subjects discussed in this exciting work. Educators, students, counselors, parents, and others will find new understanding as they read and browse. How does the immigrant experience affect student outcomes? What are the effects of poverty…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Educational Environment, Standardized Tests, School Psychology
Kincheloe, Joe L., Ed.; Horn, Raymond A., Jr., Ed. – Praeger, 2007
Cognition, mind, counseling psychology, lesson plans, learning styles, and Vygotsky are just a few of the many subjects discussed in this exciting work. Educators, students, counselors, parents, and others will find new understanding as they read and browse. How does the immigrant experience affect student outcomes? What are the effects of poverty…
Descriptors: Educational Psychology, Guides, Reference Materials, Student Diversity