Week 17: Introduction to research in educatiion

Research

David Parson Video "What is Research"

"Research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze information to increase our understanding of a topic or issue. At a general level, research consists of three steps:

1. Pose a question.
2. Collect data to answer the question.
3. Present an answer to the question." (Creswell, 2011, p.3)

Creswell, J. (2011). Educational Research: Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Quantitative and Qualitative Research. London: Pearson. Chapter 1, Retrieved from: http://ptgmedia.pearsoncmg.com/images/9780131367395/downloads/Creswell_C01.pdf

How Research can Support Teachers – Evidence Informed Practice

Evidence-informed practice or evidence-based practice  Evidence-informed practice refers to the ways in which teachers and schools use research evidence, in conjunction with other sources of evidence (such as student data) and their own expertise to make decisions and to support their teaching. It is based on the idea that to be their most effective teachers should engage with research and keep up to date with the latest developments in their curriculum areas and in the discipline of education more generally.

 Coe's (1999)  article, in Week 17 media makes the point that "The only really sound evidence about what works comes from actually trying it." (p.5)

Coe, R. (1999). Manifesto for Evidence-Based Education. Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring, Durham University.

Kaupapa Maori Research

According to the Rangahau website, there are 8 key elements or principals of Kaupapa Māori research:

• Tino Rangatiratanga - The Principle of Self-determination
• Taonga Tuku Iho - The Principle of Cultural Aspiration
• Ako Māori - The Principle of Culturally Preferred Pedagogy
• Kia piki ake i ngā raruraru o te kainga - The Principle of Socio-Economic Mediation
• Whānau - The Principle of Extended Family Structure
• Kaupapa - The Principle of Collective Philosophy
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi - The Principle of the Treaty of Waitangi
• Ata - The Principle of Growing Respectful Relationships

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