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

Main Author: Kember, David.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London : Sterling, Va. : Kogan Page ; Stylus, 2000.
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Table of Contents:
  • 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.