EDUC 546 Educational Research and Reflective Practice

This course will use a consumer-based approach to locate, analyze, and apply pertinent research to support school improvement efforts and innovative teaching practice. As reflective practitioners, teacher leaders use research to identify concerns and provide methods for solving challenges. Students will also study ethical beliefs and standards.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will assess the strengths and limitations of quantitative, qualitative, and action research designs.
2. Students will discuss the ethical aspects of educational research and dissemination practices.
3. Acknowledge the use of systematic inquiry as a critical component of teachers’ ongoing professional development.
4. Students will read, evaluate, and summarize what constitutes high quality educational research.
5. Explain the impact of the social, moral, and philosophical aspects of ethical leadership in change organizations.
6. Conduct an action research study.
7. Examine, refine and strengthen the ethical beliefs that guide their instructional decisions.
8. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and application of ethical professional standards.