Using Action Research to Improve Instruction: An Interactive Guide for Teachers - Hardcover

Henning, John E.; Stone, Jody M.; Kelly, James L.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415991730 ISBN 13: 9780415991735

Publisher: Routledge, 2008

Synopsis

Action research is increasingly used as a means for teachers to improve their instruction, yet for many the idea of doing "research" can be somewhat intimidating. Using Action Research to Improve Instruction offers a comprehensive, easy-to-understand approach to action research in classroom settings. This engaging and accessible guide is grounded in sources of data readily available to teachers, such as classroom observations, student writing, surveys, interviews, and tests. Organized...

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About the Author

John E. Henning is Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Northern Iowa. He is also author of The Art of Discussion-based Teaching (Routledge, 2007).

Jody M. Stone is Professor of Education at the University of Northern Iowa.

James L. Kelly is Professor in the Department of Teaching at the University of Northern Iowa.

Review

"Using Action Research to Improve Instruction is particularly valuable for teachers wanting to examine teaching and learning in their own classroom. The interactive exercises provide step-by-step guidance that ensures understanding of action research processes. With this book, teachers will gain confidence to engage in practical, systematic inquiry to benefit their students’ achievement."

--Charlotte Rappe Zales, Associate Professor of Education, Moravian College

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Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0415991730
• ISBN 13: 9780415991735
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 222