Description
The goal of this course is to support teachers in using their knowlege of action research and the research proposals written in EDU 547 to carry out an action research project. The research will require instructor approval, will be conducted in a classroom setting of childhood learners, and will examine questions related to the New York State Learning Standards. Research questions should focus on special education types. Students are expected to discuss their on-going research at seminars and to reflect upon and evaluate the findings and conclusions of other researchers. The use of technology for a variety of purposes will be essential in the development, implementation and presentation of the research. Course credit is contingent upon the individual development, completion, and presentation of the final field-based action research paper. Both whole class instruction and individual consultation with the instructor will be scheduled.