A Short Guide to Action Research - Softcover

Johnson, Andrew P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0205509312 ISBN 13: 9780205509317

Publisher: Pearson, 2007

Synopsis

This compact, user-friendly book provides everything a teacher needs to know to conduct an action research project, in a clear, step-by-step presentation. This book 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. There are many new strategies and examples of projects that can be used for professional growth and development included with this edition, as well as more examples, ideas for possible research questions, & many new forms and graphics that have been added.

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From the Back Cover

A Short Guide to Action Research, Third Edition

Andrew P. Johnson

 

 

This user-friendly text provides students with everything a pre-service or in-service teacher needs to know to conduct an action research project in a clear, step-by-step presentation.

 

A Short Guide in Action Research, Third Edition, guides the learner through both qualitative and quantitative techniques in educational 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. Data collection techniques reflecting popular authentic assessments and real-life examples enliven concepts throughout the text. Step-by-step directions for using action research to complete a Master’s Thesis are included.

 

Features of This Text

• Field Experience examples for both professor and student have been expanded. These easy-to-access examples incorporate real-world experience into the classroom setting.
• Chapter 10, Quantitative Design in Action Research, incorporates an important aspect of research discussing how quantitative methods impact action research. The basic principles of quantitative design and statistical analysis are described in a way that makes them easy to understand.
• Discussion and examples detailing how action research is instrumental to in-service teacher development and improvement of teaching practice have been expanded.
• Action research questions that can be used as ideas for possible projects have been included at the end of appropriate chapters in the book.
• A Companion Website (www.ablongman.com/johnsonAR3e) includes two complete action research Master’s Theses for analysis and further study, all of the forms that are found within the text, additional references, links to readings, and vignettes and activities for each chapter.

 

Here’s what your colleagues have to say about this book:

 

“This book is excellent. The author manages to explain action research and how to do it without frightening the novice researcher away from what can be a very full-filling and informative endeavor.”

–Sandra Luna McCune, Stephen F. Austin State University

 

“A Short Guide to Action Research provides a concise, thorough picture of action research. It successfully mixes theory and practical information in covering the topics related to action research.”

–Carole Milner, Minnesota State University

About the Author

Andrew Johnson is Professor of Holistic Education in the Department of Educational Studies: Special Populations at Minnesota State University, Mankato.  Here he specializes in gifted education, holistic education, literacy instruction, academic and professional writing, and spiritual intelligence.  He worked for 9 years in the public schools as a second grade teacher, wrestling coach and as a gifted education coordinator before moving into higher education.  His most recent books include Making Connections with Elementary and Middle School Social Studies published by Sage Publications and The Inner Curriculum: Classroom Activities to Develop Emotional Intelligence published by Royal Fireworks Press.  He can be reached for comment at: andrew.johnson@mnsu.edu.  For information related to workshops and professional development opportunities go to: www.teachergrowth.com

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0205509312
• ISBN 13: 9780205509317
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 224