On Formative and Design Experiments: Approaches to Language and Literacy Research (Language & Literacy (an NCRLL Volume)) (Language and Literacy (An Ncrll Volume))
''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their know --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008''A significant addition to the literature on literacy research, and educational research in general. It is readable, interesting and gives a passionate (yet informed) argument for the need for educational researchers to strive to develop and refine new research approaches that acknowledge the complexities and the ethical issues associated with conducting investigations in complex educational settings. ... This book is essential reading for all lilteracy researchers who want to expand their knowledge about, and repertoire of, research methods, and who want to make a difference in children's educational outcomes. Reading this book will also help researchers deepen and situate their understandings of the epistemologies and methodologies of more traditional approaches to educational research.'' --Teachers College Record, May 2008