Introduction to Educational Research

University of Phoenix Online
Phoenix, AZ, United States

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' This course focuses on the foundations of educational research. The purpose of research as it impacts decision-making and educational practices will be explored. Students will be introduced to the various elements of an action research project, including problem and purpose statements, writing style, literature review, research design, data collection, and data analyses. The steps involved in the process of conducting research will be discussed.

Topics and Objectives

Educational Research

Identify the purpose of research as it impacts decision-making and educational practices.
Examine various approaches to conducting educational research.
Examine the elements that differentiate qualitative from quantitative research.
Analyze various sources for research ideas.
APA Editorial Format

Recognize the APA editorial format as it relates to writing a formal research proposal.
Literature Reviews

Examine scholarly literature to document research problems and solutions.
Differentiate between primary and secondary literature sources.
Identify the elements of an effective literature review.
Analyze the steps involved in conducting an online literature review.
Action Research

Analyze the elements of an effective problem statement.
Identify the basic steps in developing an action research plan.
Examine methods of collecting, analyzing, and organizing data.
Examine the elements of an effective Action Research Proposal Outline and Planning Matrix.
Identify the components of the Action Research Handbook.
Analyze the requirements of the University’s sequential research courses.
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Phone:800-492-6552

School Address:

University of Phoenix Online
3157 E. Elwood Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: 800-492-6552
E-Mail: online@phoenix.edu
Web: http://www.uopx.com

Jobs & Resumes: Phoenix
Houses & Roommates: Phoenix

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