The Teacher's Guide to Research
Engaging with, Applying and Conducting Research in the Classroom
1st Edition
Published on 12. August 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
260 pages
978-1-138-33627-8 (ISBN)
Description
This accessible guide provides practical support on becoming research engaged and research active within the school and beyond. It explores the meaning of research and clarifies multiple types of research which lead to different views on 'what works', all whilst showing how to engage with the latest educational findings and how to conduct classroom-based research as part of career-long professional development.
Divided into three parts, this book examines the various understandings of being 'research-engaged' and covers key issues such as:
Finding and interpreting research
How to apply and evaluate findings in reliable ways
Planning and carrying out a classroom-based project
Building a culture of research within a school
Establishing local research networks
Publishing work
Illustrated with inspiring examples of how to these implement ideas in schools, The Teachers' Guide to Research is perfect for practicing schools teachers, student teachers and educational leaders who are looking to expand their research knowledge and rekindle their professional curiosity.
Divided into three parts, this book examines the various understandings of being 'research-engaged' and covers key issues such as:
Finding and interpreting research
How to apply and evaluate findings in reliable ways
Planning and carrying out a classroom-based project
Building a culture of research within a school
Establishing local research networks
Publishing work
Illustrated with inspiring examples of how to these implement ideas in schools, The Teachers' Guide to Research is perfect for practicing schools teachers, student teachers and educational leaders who are looking to expand their research knowledge and rekindle their professional curiosity.
Reviews / Votes
"I have read several books of this nature aimed at classroom practitioners, but this one has a contemporary feel and includes references to current debates. It successfully articulates the need for research-informed practitioners and is another tool in the armoury of a profession that desperately needs to able to stand up to politicians." - Peter Ford, Schools Week"I think that Dr Firth's book will be welcomed by trainee teachers, their research supervisors and trainers, and practicing teachers alike. Indeed, the book as a whole is, in my view, to be highly recommended to these reader audiences, and on a personal note, I intend to lose no time in making such recommendations myself." - Dr Stephen James Minton, The Psychology of Education Review "I have read several books of this nature aimed at classroom practitioners, but this one has a contemporary feel and includes references to current debates. It successfully articulates the need for research-informed practitioners and is another tool in the armoury of a profession that desperately needs to able to stand up to politicians." - Peter Ford, Schools Week
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Professional and Professional Practice & Development
Illustrations
5 s/w Zeichnungen
5 Line drawings, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
339 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-138-33627-8 (9781138336278)
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Engaging with, Applying and Conducting Research in the Classroom
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Engaging with, Applying and Conducting Research in the Classroom
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Engaging with, Applying and Conducting Research in the Classroom
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Person
Jonathan Firth is a teacher, researcher and a Chartered Psychologist. He has written several school psychology textbooks as well as guides for teachers. He works in teacher education at the University of Strathclyde and teaches psychology at school level, as well as conducting research into the practical applications of memory and metacognition to teaching.
Content
Introduction, 1: Why teachers should engage with research, 2: Finding time for research, 3: Accessing and using research evidence, 4: Will this work for my learners?, 5: Using a research-based intervention in your classroom, 6: Evaluating your intervention, 7: The next step, 8: Conducting ethical research, 9: Controlling research variables, 10: Correlation studies, 11: Quantitative methods, 12: Qualitative methods, 13: Research into your subject area, 14: The 'research lead' role, 15: A school culture of research, 16: Local networks, 17: Disseminating your research, Glossary, Index