Doing Research in Further Education and Training
- ISBN-10
- 1446281752
- ISBN-13
- 9781446281758
- Category
- Education
- Pages
- 128
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2013-05-13
- Publisher
- Learning Matters
- Author
- Susan Wallace
Description
Research is an essential component of professional practice. Whether it be action research in a specialist subject or a more formal empirical study, research can improve the quality of teaching and and enhance professional development. This text is a guide to a range of approaches written specifically for teachers and trainee teachers in the Further Education and Skills Sector. The text covers all aspects of research and explores how research through day-to-day investigations can enhance practice. In all chapters, examples and real-life scenarios from the Further Education and Skills Sector are included, helping the reader to link theory and practice. Whether you need to complete a research project for your teaching qualification, or you need to understand how action research can support your professional development, this text will give you the essential, focused guidance you need.
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