"Action Research is interactive and practically applied to the classroom setting."--Elizabeth D. Cramer "Action Research is a perfect fit for master's students. It is well-written and especially well scaffolded."--Annamary L. Consalvo "Action Research is a book that I wish I had as a student. In this fine book, Craig A. Mertler effectively informs, guides, and assists readers along their path to understanding and conducting action research. A needed addition to the field!"--Carole S. Rhodes "Action Research is easy to read, it covers the basic tenets of action research without going overboard, and it comes from the viewpoint of lifelong researching. I've reviewed other texts that have two of those three qualities, but this is the first book I've seen with all three."--Tamarah M. Ashton

Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators introduces both novice and experienced practicing educators to the process of designing and conducting classroom-based action research in order to make their instructional practices more effective. This practical text focuses on the research methods and procedures that educators can use in their everyday instructional practices, classroom activities, and school procedures. Using over 20 years of teaching experience, author Craig A. Mertler provides insightful coverage of the knowledge and skills needed to design research studies, conduct research, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.