Product Description

Assuming no prior knowledge of research methods and techniques, this book is a companion for teachers at all levels undergoing professional development who need to enhance their formal reflection skills. Provides a detailed explanation of what action research is and its importance in terms of whole school development.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #325303 in Books
• Published on: 2005-06-29
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

From the Back Cover

Assuming no prior knowledge of research methods and techniques, this book is the perfect companion for teachers at all levels undergoing professional development who need to enhance their formal reflection skills.

Providing a detailed explanation of what action research is and its importance in terms of whole school development, this book invites the teachers to try out educational research for themselves and adopt an investigative attitude that will help improve and evaluate practice. It includes:

* Support and guidance that help you tackle key issues

* "Real-life" practical case studies that underline what action research is and how it can be effectively used.

About the Author
Jean McNiff is an independent researcher based in Devon.

Customer Reviews

Practical and useful
This book is a very useful guide and starting point for Action Research. I would recommend it to anyone who is starting a small scale research programme. The book gives a good foundation for a project and is quick to use to get going.