Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators

Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators
ISBN-10
1544324405
ISBN-13
9781544324401
Series
Action Research
Category
Education
Pages
360
Language
English
Published
2019-07-05
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Author
Craig A. Mertler

Description

Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators introduces both novice and experienced practicing educators to the process of designing and conducting classroom-based action research in order to make their instructional practices more effective. This practical text focuses on the research methods and procedures that educators can use in their everyday instructional practices, classroom activities, and school procedures. Using over 20 years of teaching experience, author Craig A. Mertler provides insightful coverage of the knowledge and skills needed to design research studies, conduct research, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.

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