Action learning and action research : improving the quality of teaching and learning /

• Κύριος συγγραφέας: Kember, David (συγγραφέας.)
• Μορφή: Ηλ. βιβλίο
• Γλώσσα: English
• Έκδοση: London : Sterling, Va. : Kogan Page ; Stylus, 2000.
• Θέματα: Ενεργητική μάθηση; Εκπαιδευτική έρευνα δράσης; Ηλεκτρονικά βιβλία

"The issue of quality in learning is of the highest importance. Institutions around the world are increasingly moving to new models of funding, scrutiny and accountability. This book presents the methods used across a range of institutions to acclaimed effect." "In Action Learning and...

Πίνακας περιεχομένων:

• Cover
• ACTION LEARNING AND ACTION RESEARCH
• Contents
• Foreword
• Acknowledgements
• PART A FRAMEWORK
• 1 Quality in learning and teaching
• 2 Quality through action learning and research
• 3 Observation and evaluation methods
• PART B CLUSTERS OF PROJECTS
• 4 Initiating projects
• 5 Organization
• 6 Projects
• 7 Dissemination of outcomes
• PART C PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES OF PARTICIPANTS
• 8 Evaluation design
• 9 Aims
• 10 Teamwork
• 11 Action research framework
• 12 Participants' perceptions of outcomes
• PART D PROVIDING SUPPORT
• 13 Is support necessary?
• 14 The critical friend
• 15 Support from colleagues and students
• PART E CONCLUSION
• 16 Conclusions on effectiveness
• 17 Final reflections
• References
• Appendix A QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THE ACTION LEARNING PROJECT
• Motivation for participation
• Framework
• Teamwork experience
• Process
• Support
• Outcomes
• Influence on teaching and learning
• Events
• Organization
• Need for support
• Quality of support
• OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS FOR ACTION LEARNING PROJECT PARTICIPANTS
• Appendix B INTERVIEW SCHEDULE
• Appendix C TITLES OF PROJECTS
• Assessment
• Case studies or projects
• Curriculum restructuring
• Experiential learning
• Multimedia
• Reflective practice
• Tutorials or small group teaching
• Index.