EDU 7401 Current Research in Action
This course introduces the educational specialist candidate to the principles of educational and applied research. Empirical research, both qualitative and quantitative, will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on establishing a researched-based project applicable to a specific school setting. Processes will include identification of an area of need through data analysis, development of major research questions, and identification of appropriate strategies, methods and design for an inquiry-based study. This course establishes the student’s basic understanding of educational and applied research while creating a broad based skillset of best practices in problem-solving within the environment.