I cannot wait to share this book with my university and school-based colleagues, to use it with my students, and to re-engage with the process of teacher research myself!' - Ryan Flessner, Assistant Professor of Teacher Education Published On: 'Dana′s experience in inquiry, skills in research, focus on collaboration, and professional and respectful approach give it the power and authenticity needed to be effective.

Speaking to experienced teacher researchers, those new to the concept of teacher research, graduate students, undergraduates, school-based instructional coaches, and a host of others, Dana reiterates the essential components from her other books while allowing the reader a plethora of reflective, yet practical, exercises to deepen the work of practitioner inquiry. It is easy to read, provides a clear learning and teaching target and makes a compelling argument for teachers to investigate inquiry and data analysis in the classroom.' - Jana Scott Lindsay, Educational Consultant-Curriculum and Instruction Published On: 'Nancy Dana has done it again! In clear, accessible, and empowering ways, Dana uses Digging Deeper Into Action Research: A Teacher Inquirer’s Field Guide to build on her substantial body of work in the field of practitioner research. It also is capable of standing on its own for a teacher who is just beginning their journey into the world of action research. Ritchie, Instructional Coach Published On: 'This book is an essential companion resource and provides the right supports for teachers as they investigate the world of teacher inquiry and action research. Culver, Associate Clinical Professor Published On: 'This book supports teacher researchers in ′living the life of an inquirer′ by providing specific advice for designing, conducting, and sharing the results of inquiries that are focused on student learning, as well as empowering practitioners to add their voices and knowledge to an educational field that is ready to push back against the misinformed, rigid, anti-teacher rhetoric that is currently all the rage in the U.S.' - Gail V. 'This is THE book to read for any educator who ever found themselves asking, ′What just happened?!?′ If you like the idea of having the power to find your own solutions to your teaching problems, this is the key to your freedom, and satisfaction in your teaching career!' - Mary K. Culver, Associate Clinical Professor Northern Arizona University 'This is THE book to read for any educator who ever found themselves asking, ′What just happened?!?′ If you like finding your own solutions to your teaching problems, this is the key to your freedom and to satisfaction in your teaching career!' ―Mary K. 'This field guide will undoubtedly make a valuable contribution to the larger project of practitioners engaged in the work of reflecting on, studying, and interrogating their own practice in order ultimately to improve the social life of classrooms and the learning opportunities and life chances of children.' ―Marilyn Cochran-Smith, Cawthorne Professor of Teacher Education Boston College With real-life vignettes, self-guided worksheets, and an included DVD, Digging Deeper into Action Research is your go-to guide each time you embark on a new journey toward professional growth. Share findings with others to help them improve as well.Draw action-research topics out of ordinary discussions with colleagues.Creatively analyze both qualitative and quantitative data.Reframe initial wonderings into pointed inquiries.Teachers, students, and action-research coaches alike will learn how to: Nancy Fichtman Dana steps in as your action-research coach and leads you on a journey through wonderings to real change in your classroom.įrom framing your question to presenting your research, this guide will encourage, challenge, and ultimately lead you through the action research process. How―and when―can we find time to conduct meaningful action research? Great ideas and thought-provoking questions can only blossom through methodical inquiry. Take your great idea to the next level with action research

Digging deeper into action research