This book is a modern catalyst for change in higher education. I have made itrequired reading for doctoral students administrators and faculty who mustupdate th... » 

This book is a modern catalyst for change in higher education. I have made itrequired reading for doctoral students administrators and faculty who mustupdate their pedagogy to raise student learning Joseph Martin StevensonProvost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Jackson State UniversityAction research provides a process for educators to individually andcollectively study their own situations try new practices evaluate thoseinnovations adjust and try again.In this second revised edition Richard Schmuck demonstrates how educators atall levels can use action research to improve their professional practice andchange the culture of their schools districts or communities. He shows howeducators by reflecting on their past present and future professionalpractice can convert frustrations into solvable problems and offers guidanceabout the potential pitfalls and challenges experienced when engaging in actionresearch.This updated workbook covers both proactive and responsive models of actionresearch and also includeso Easytounderstand explanations of methods steps and phaseso A chapter devoted to questionnaires interviews observations and publicdocumentso Guidelines for both solo and cooperative projectso Howto worksheets that guide readers through the processo Journalwriting activities at the end of every chaptero Case studies of real action research projectsPractical Action Research for Change is the essential tool for educators totailor action research to their specific situation and improve professionalpractice. «