Practitioner Research for Educators: A Guide to Improving Classrooms and Schools - Brossura

Lai, Mei Kuin; Robinson, Viviane M J

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ISBN 10: 0761946845 ISBN 13: 9780761946847

Casa editrice: Corwin, 2005

Riassunto

Appropriate for novice and experienced educators alike, this indispensable book explains how practitioner research can be used to solve instructional problems and improve student achievement.

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Recensione:

"I plan to use this book with district administrators, building administrators, and building staff. All would find it an excellent tool for bringing about change in their organizations. It is infinitely readable, meaningful, and very useful." (Linda L. Elman, Director, Research & Evaluation 2005-02-24)

"The material on the research process and the examples are terrific. Steps are clearly spelled out and practical suggestions hit the major problems teachers encounter in attempting research for the first time." (Mildred Murray-Ward, Assistant Provost for Assessment/Professor of Education 2005-02-25)

"This is not a theoretical book, but a hands-on resource that shows school leaders how to use action research to solve problems. (It) is a perfect guide for anyone attempting research. I found it easy to read and easy to understand." (Dr. Rose Weiss, Adjunct Lecturer 2005-02-25)

"(With) more schools...operating as "learning communities," this is an excellent tool for schools conducting action research in their own settings. I also feel this text would be ideal for graduate students enrolled in advanced level courses in program evaluation, teacher research, and curriculum assessment. The...book is easy to read, has lots of practical advice and examples, and should appeal to the seasoned as well as the novice researcher." (Roxana M. Della Vecchia, Ph.D., Professor/Assistant Dean 2005-03-01)

"This book makes a new contribution to the literature on educational change  (and) describes exciting and powerful ways for educators to plan for changes in school management and classroom practices." (Marie Clay, Professor Emeritus 2005-05-13)

"Drawing on principles of organizational learning and methods of practitioner research, Viviane Robinson’s Problem-Based Methodology is the result of many years of work with principals and teachers. This book is theoretically sophisticated, yet provides practical advice for implementing the method."   (Gary Anderson, Professor, Administration Leadership and Technology 2005-05-25)

"Advisors with a passion for improving student learning and achievement will find that they have much in common with Robinson and lai. These authors are ardent about the use of problem-based methodology (PBM) by teachers and school leaders to investigate, examine, and test their practices and implicit theories. Those interested in implementing PBM will find that the book gives precise instruction, including outlines, details, and summaries supported by real examples of success." (NACADA Journal, Spring 2007 2007-02-20)

L'autore:

Viviane is a Distinguished Professor in the Faculty of Education and Social Work at the University of Auckland, New Zealand and Academic Director of its Centre for Educational Leadership. Her research identifying the impact of different types of leadership on student outcomes (Student- Centered Leadership) has been used to shape leadership policy and practice in Scandinavia, England, Singapore, Chile, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

She has received numerous awards from national and international professional and academic organisations including the Australian Council for Educational Leaders, the New Zealand Secondary Principals Association and the US-based University Council on Educational Administration. In 2011, she was made a Fellow of the American Educational Research Association for sustained excellence in educational research.  In 2016 the Royal Society of New Zealand awarded her the Mason Durie Medal for her international contributions to educational leadership research and practice. She currently leads a research and development programme on the leadership knowledge and skills involved in school improvement.

To learn more visit her website at www.education.auckland.ac.nz/vmj-robinson

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Corwin
• Data di pubblicazione: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0761946845
• ISBN 13: 9780761946847
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 236