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Data Collection Tools used in Action Research
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Data Collection Tools used in Action Research
Observation
Interviewing
Examining Documents
Utilizing Technology
We should experience through our senses-This is one of the most beneficial tools of our profession. Methods include:
- Note taking and field notes
- Anecdotal record
- Log, diary/video diary, journal
- Checklist
- Rating scale
Examining Documents and Other Data Sources
Examples that examine documents and artifacts include the following:
Personal-experience methods
Student work
Photographs and video and audio
Recording
Technology
Physical Traces
Techniques
Below is an excellent video that offers techniques in relation to Data Collection
Intrepretation of Data
Examining Documents and Other Data Sources
Making obrservations
Technology
Technology provides extensive resources that help us when dealing with data and understanding our students. Technology opens so many doors of opportunities and takes us to levels that are unexpected.
Utilizing technology to help both teacher and student will take the generation to the next level.
Questionaires & Surveys
Interviewing
A way to gain experiences and thoughts of others can be gained through interviewing. Methods to utilize interviewing to collect information through interview include the following:
- Informal interview
- Formal interview
- Questionnaire
- Attitude scale
- Checklist
- Rating scale
- Critical incident interview
- Sociogram
- Focus group interview
Collecting Data for Research-Professional Tools for Data Collection
K.I.S.S.- Use the KISS method "Keep It Simple Stupid"
Focus on the following:
Observation
Interviewing
Examining Documents and other Sources
Utilize Technology