A Toolkit for Action Research

Sandra Alber”s A Toolkit for Action Research fills a void that exists for many novices between the theory and actual practice of Action Research. By providing a practical handbook consisting of “frames” for considering the issues and steps involved from the first conceptualization stages through the final completion of the research and presentation of findings in written form, the book becomes a bridge spanning this chasm. — Beverly J. Klug, Idaho State University

A Toolkit for Action Research is a comprehensive, practical handbook on the art and science of doing action research. Intended to be used as an interactive workbook, the book is divided into five sections, starting with the basics of selecting a topic and ending with strategies for final editing. This is a must-have resource for a variety of audiences, including P-12 teachers and administrators, teacher education candidates, higher education professors, and other practicing professionals. — Annette D. Digby, EdD, dean, Thayer School of Education, Wingate University, Wingate, NC

Dr. Sandra Alber has written a user-friendly guide for pre-service and in-service teachers who wish to engage in action research projects to inform their teaching. The book walks the user through all phases of the project in easy-to-follow steps that facilitate success and limit stress. This is a book I will use myself and strongly recommend to the teachers and students I work with. — Jane McCarthy, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

A great supplemental, resource guide for guiding students through action research — Daniel R. Tomal, Concordia University Chicago; author of Action Research for Educators