An introduction and study of the major principles, tools, and techniques employed in educatonal research, including the development of a research prospectus. The course goal will be to provide fundamental knowledge of the field of educational research, research concepts and principles, and specific methods for conducting and critically reading research. A Conceptual Introduction, 5th Edition by James H. McMillan and Sally Schumacher, Addision-Wesley Publisher, 2001. Each test will cover the material as noted on the attached class schedule.
Tests are open book, notes, etc.
Test items will be similar to the Self-Review Exercises given in the textbook. Each assignment is worth 25 points and may be resubmitted as often as required to earn the total 25 points. Each team member will individually receive the number of points on each assignment. In adidition to the assignments and tests above, your group will work on other class-related activities. The peer evaluation of your contribution will be worth 50 points.