Action Research: A Guide for Library Media Specialists (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781586831776)

In today's educational environment of data-driven decision-making, it is important for school librarians to develop and implement research studies designed to measure the effectiveness of their library media programs. An indispensable tool for today's tight budgets and climate of educational accountability, this book provides the step-by-step guidance to help you point to successful programs and validate the importance of the school library. The authors present the necessary steps and resources to conduct research in your own buildings. You'll learn how to assess your environment, develop research questions, collect and analyze data, and more--all to demonstrate the importance of the library media center's role in today's school.

Author: Jody K. Howard, Su A. Eckhardt
ISBN-10: 1586831771
ISBN-13: 9781586831776
Publisher: Linworth Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2005
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.30w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 09/15/2005 pg. 102