EDUC 575B - Conducting Research on Teaching

Unit(s): 4

This is a second of three courses that support teachers working toward National Board certification. It is also intended for any student interested in conducting action research in schools and classrooms. Students examine exemplary teaching practices and learn about strategies for action research, self-assessment, and reflection on teaching practice. Using their own classrooms as sites for ongoing action research, students apply various research methodologies and engage in data collection through observation, videotaping, and examination of artifacts. In addition, students analyze data and share findings through descriptive, analytical, and reflective writing. Those pursuing National Board certification will also focus on analysis and assessment of National Board portfolio entries, and develop action plans for their National Board portfolios. The units from this course can be applied to an M.A. degree in Education at Sonoma State University.

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