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Research is, in effect, an art of applying a set of skills in solving a researchable problem. Such a stated goal often gives both student and teacher a great deal of difficulty when the development of research skills must conform to the time limitation of one semester or one or two courses in research. Critical Research and Evaluation is a "layman's" guide to understanding and conducting basic research. It is a guide to "action" research with real world applications in local settings.
List of contents
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 The Parts of a Research Report Chapter 3 Nine Basic Methods of Research Chapter 4 Historical Study-The Mirage of Immortality Chapter 5 Descriptive Study- Do Grades Stimulate Students to Failure? Chapter 6 Quasi-Experimental Study- "Head Start" Experience and the Development of Skills and Abilities in Kindergarten Children Chapter 7 An Introduction to Qualitative/Ethnographic Research Chapter 8 Qualitative Study- The West End: An Urban Village Chapter 9 Evaluation Research Chapter 10 Evaluation Studies- Dropout Factors in the Process of Influencing Classroom Change Through Teacher Education Chapter 11 The Relationship Between Type of Teacher Reinforcement and Student Inquiry Behavior Science Chapter 12 The Research Problem- Conditions to Help in Selecting a Problem Chapter 13 Appendices Chapter 14 References
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By Robert P. Nestor
