BUNDLE: Mertler: Action Research, 2e + Samaras: Self-Study Teacher Research

by Craig A. Mertler, Anastasia P. Samaras

Action Teachers as Researchers in the Classroom introduces practicing teachers to the process of conducting classroom-based action research. The practical nature of the book stems from the fact that it focuses on research methods and procedures that teachers can use in conjunction with their everyday instructional practices and activities in classrooms. An overview of traditional educational research is followed by detailed, practical information describing each step for teachers as they design and conduct their own applied, classroom-based research projects. Although based on the research literature, the book takes a very practical approach, never losing sight of its intended audiencepracticing educators.Key FeaturesIncludes numerous concrete examples on important topics such as data collection instruments and presentations of research results Integrates two detailed and practically-based action research case studies throughout the book Provides sections within each chapter with related Web sites, highlighted concepts, summaries, questions and activities, glossary, and a sample syllabus The practical and applied approach of Action Teachers as Researchers in the Classroom will benefit students enrolled in graduate courses in Action Research, Research Methods in Education, Qualitative Research Methods, Principalship, and Superintendency.

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First published September 16, 2005

Reviews

[Camille Turner · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was ok. I guess it was well-organized, but it really made me drop any interest I'd have in doing action research. At first I was motivated by all the possibilities, but then when I realized how rigid the process was, I was out.