Conducting Research: A Practical Approach to Solving Problems and Making Improvements

by Daniel R. Tomal Concordia University Chic, John Schwartz

Overview

This book will be a practical, hands-on book for all undergraduate and graduate students who wish to learn how to conduct research. This book has several resources, examples, outlines, and case situations illustrating how to design a study and conduct research, especially educational research. This book is a no-nonsense approach that can be used by any educator – early childhood, elementary and secondary, pre-service teacher programs, in-service teacher development programs, and at the graduate university level in educational research courses. The research methods presented can be used by all educators in solving educational problems and making school improvements. While the book covers quantitative and quantitative methods, it especially focuses on action research a viable strategy for addressing educational issues and how it can also be fun and satisfying for an educator. Learn data collection methods, data analysis and interpretation, planning and initiating action, and evaluating research studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475849257
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	11/15/2019
Series:	The Concordia University Leadership Series
Pages:	194
Product dimensions:	6.31(w) x 9.14(h) x 0.74(d)

About the Author

Daniel R. Tomal, Ph.D.is a Distinguished Professor of Leadership at Concordia University Chicago teaching research and leadership. He has authored over twenty five books, two hundred studies and articles. He is a former vice president, teacher, and consultant.



John Schwartz is an Associate Professor of Research and Director of Assessment at Concordia. He has extensive experience in conducting and validating research, and developing and analyzing surveys. He has conducted numerous research studies and grants.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1: Nature of Research and Methods

Chapter 2: Developing the Study and Review of Literature

Chapter 3: Sampling and Data Collection Methods

Chapter 4: Quantitative Statistical Analysis and Interpretation

Chapter 5: Action Research and Qualitative Analysis

Chapter 6: Evaluating Research Studies

Appendix A: Ethical Standards of the American Educational Research Association

Appendix B: Informed Consent Code of Federal Regulations

Appendix C: AERA Definition of Scientifically Based Research

Appendix D: Code of Professional Responsibilities in Educational Measurement

Appendix E: Sample Consent Form

Appendix F: One Hundred Ideas for Conducting Research

Index

About the Authors

Editorial Reviews

The book offers a useful guidance on main conceptual and practical elements of research design for novice researchers. Graduate students will appreciate succinct discussion of the research approaches that are often used in a variety of Master's and Doctoral projects.

Elena Lyutykh

This is a thorough, understandable, and comprehensive guide to educational research. This can be adopted by professors for courses or students looking to gain a deeper understanding of the tenets of quality research.

Dr. Azadeh F. 'sanloo

Indeed, this volume is an important resource for teacher educators and others interested in advancing the study of educational research. The book is well-written and organized in such a way that makes it easy to understand the key concepts of educational research. Conducting Research: A Practical Approach is a real must for all participants in the enhancement and innovation of educational research today and tomorrow.

Ed Pultorak