Teachers Investigate Their Work

Name: Teachers Investigate Their Work
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9781138225756
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An Introduction to Action Research across the Professions

By Bridget Somekh and Allan Feldman and Herbert Altrichter and Peter Posch

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Teachers Investigate Their Work is a comprehensive guide to action research in education, now in its third edition. It introduces theoretical concepts and practical methods for educators and researchers to develop their own action research projects. Drawing on international studies and the authors' extensive experience, the book covers a broad range of educational settings, from primary schools to university training. It offers over 50 practical strategies on topics such as collaborating with peers, selecting data collection methods, observation techniques, data analysis, and using action research for professional development. Key tools include a nine-step quick start guide, a report writing toolbox, and quality criteria for action research.
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This book is ideal for teachers, senior educational staff, and researchers seeking to engage in innovative practice through action research. It suits those working across varied educational contexts who require a practical, accessible handbook to enhance their professional development and improve educational outcomes.

Now in its third edition, Teachers Investigate their Work introduces both the theoretical concepts and the practical methods necessary for readers wishing to develop their action research.

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Now in its third edition, Teachers Investigate Their Work introduces both the theoretical concepts and the practical methods necessary for readers wishing to develop their action research.

Drawing from studies carried out by teachers and other professionals, as well as from the authors’ own international practical experience, the book provides detail on multiple educational contexts from primary education to university training and beyond. 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.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781138225756

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 April 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 3rd edition

Illustration: 25 Line drawings, black and white; 2 Halftones, black and white

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 880g

Pages: 354

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Allan Feldman Bridget Somekh Education & Reference Herbert Altrichter Non-Fiction Peter Posch

About the Author

Allan Feldman is Professor of Science Education and Teacher Education in the Teaching and Learning Department of the College of Education, University of South Florida, USA.

Herbert Altrichter is Full Professor of Education and Educational Psychology and Director of the Linz School of Education at Johannes Kepler University, Austria.

Peter Posch was Professor of Education at the Institute of Education, University of Klagenfurt, Austria, until his retirement.

Bridget Somekh was Professor of Educational Research at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, and is now Adjunct Professor at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand.