| Record Number |
20839 |
| ISBN |
9781138225763 (pbk.) |
| Location |
370.72 FEL |
| Author |
Feldman, Allan M., 1943- (author.). |
| Title |
Teachers investigate their work : an introduction to action research across the professions / Allan Feldman, Herbert Altrichter, Peter Posch and Bridget Somekh. |
| Edition |
Third edition. |
| Published |
Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2018. |
| Collation |
xiii, 353 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| Content types |
text |
| Carrier type |
volume |
| Bibliography Note |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 326-344) and index. |
| Summary Note |
This book "introduces both the theoretical concepts and the practical methods necessary for readers wishing to develop their action research ... It contains over 50 practical methods and strategies to put into action, and explores key areas, such as: the purpose, roots, and varieties of action research; collaborating with a critical friend, research participants, or your peers; choosing a data collection method; observing and documenting situations; making sense of your data; action research for professional development. This key text also provides crucial tools, such as: a simple 'quick start' nine-step guide; a toolbox for producing written reports; criteria for guiding the quality of action research. A concise yet thorough introduction to action research, 'Teachers investigate their work' is an essential, practical, and easily accessible handbook for teachers, senior staff, and researchers who want to engage in innovation and improve their practice." - Back cover. |
| Subject |
Action research in education |
| Added Name |
Altrichter, Herbert, (author). |
| Posch, Peter,1938-, (author). |
| Somekh, Bridget, (author). |
