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First Semester AY 2014-2015

Syllabus in Special Topic 3

(Action Research)
Consultation Time: 3:00-4:00
Venue: Education Faculty Office
I. Course Description: This course is designed to provide the student a working knowledge of research methodology as applied to action research, to enable him to
effect improvements of himself and his work. It attempts to introduce to the student the basic concepts, principles and procedures of action research for application
in his profession.
II. Objectives:
At the end of the course, students are expected to:
1. Manifest knowledge and understanding of basic concepts, principles and procedures of action research;
2. Solve problems through research based on true and honest facts;
3. Engage in research studies of their own and/or in collaboration with colleagues in an educational setting; and
4. Exhibit a positive attitude towards research as a means of improving efficiency and effectiveness in their work.
III. Credit: one (1) unit
IV. Time allotment: 18 hrs. (One hour per week)
Course Outline
Learning Objectives
1. Define research,
explain the types and
characteristics.

Learning Content
(ORIENTATION)
Research: meaning, types
characteristics, and purposes.

References
Johnson, 5 & Adanes,
Part 1 & Brochures

Time allotment
Prelim
Day

Learning Activities

Learning Assessment

Brainstorming Concept
Mapping Literary
Research

Written tests
participation in class
activities written report

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2. Manifest
understanding of the
purposes of research.
1. Differentiate between
quantitative and
qualitative research
2. Identify different
types of variables
1. Manifest
understanding of action
research, its nature, and
significance.
2. Classify action
research according to
types.
1. Identify and define
problems in a school
setting.
2. Find solutions to
given problems.
3. Enumerate the parts
of an action research.

1.Describe the steps to

be undertaken in action
research

Quantitative Research &

Variables; Qualitative
Research

Action Research: Meaning

-Meaning, Des
-Importance
-Descriptors/ Characteristics
-Types

Action Research and Solving

Problems
Parts of an Action Research
-Proposal
-Research Report

Steps of Action Research (w/

brief explanation)

Johnson, 5-9

Johnson, 21-22
&
Ferrance, 1-5,13

Johnson, 29-34
Brochures

Gatdula,5-9
&
Ferrance, 9-13

on library research

Small- Group discussion

Brainstorming to
generate examples in
real-life situations

Written tests
Class/ Group
Participation
Written outputs

Report-discussion Group
work to identify areas of
concern as to types of
research

Written tests
Class/ Group
Participation
Written Outputs

Report-discussion Group
work on identifying &
defining problems;
proposing solutions.

Report- Discussion
Socialized/ Shared
discussion

Written tests
Class/ Group
Participation
Written outputs

Written tests Class/

Group Participation

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&
Johnson, 49-51

6
1. Identify and define a
specific
area/topic/subject to
serve as a research
problem.
1. Review and use
related literature as
background of a
research.

1. Use various
techniques in collecting
data.

1. Use elements of data

analysis to make
available data
understandable
2. Use statistical

Finding your Research Topic

-Problem Identification

A theoretical context
(Review of Literature)
( Writing the Introduction)
Gathering / Collecting Data
- Observation
- Log/Journal/Notes
- Checklists
- Conferences &
Interview
- Students products
- Surveys/
Questionnaire
Analysis & Interpretation of
Data
-Accuracy & Credibility
- Validity, Reliability &
triangulation

Adams, Part 3 1-3

&
Johnson, 51-53
&
Ferrance, 10

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

Report-Discussion
Panel/ Symposia by
groups Practicum on
problem identification

Written tests
Group Participation
Outputs- 5 problems for
each group.

Report-Discussion
Analysis of the review of
literature in a research
Individual research

Written Tests
Group participation
Outputs: 5 References
for each variable.

Ferrance, 11
&
Johnson, 61-80

Report-Discussion
Group Analysis of
samples & Production of
their own samples.

Written Tests
Group Participation
Written Outputs

Johnson, 81-84

10

Johnson, 55-59
(Sample Action
Research)

Report- Discussion
Demonstration on the
use of statistical
techniques
Practicum on data

Written tests
Participation
Discussions
Outputs of practicum

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techniques in analyzing
data
1. Design a new plan or
program for an action
research

- Industries Analysis

analysis & interpretation

Generation of Alternative
Solutions
-Designing a New Plan or
Program
- (Step 6) Developing Action
Strategies & Putting them
into Practice

Report- discussion study

of Mission-Vision of
School.
Group work on the study
and preparation of a plan
of action for changes.

Johnson, 108-110
&
Taylor, step 6

11

12
1. Use quantitative
research designs that fits
the action research
paradigm.
1. Use various statistical
tools to present data in
an action research.
1. Prepare a research
report according to
accepted format and
style

Quantitative Design in
Action Research
- Correlation
- Causal-Comparative
- Quasi-Experimental
Statistics:
- Descriptive
- Inferential
Writing an Action Research
Report

Johnson, 93-99

Johnson, 99-101

Johnson, 149-154

MID-TERM EXAMINATION

13

Report- Discussion
Group analysis of
samples

Written tests
Group Participation
Written Outputs

14

Report- Discussion
Practicum or the
preparation/construction
of statistical tools

Written Tests
Group Participation
Written Outputs

15

Report-Discussion
Close Study of finished
research report.

16
17 & 18
VI. Course Requirements:

Written Tests
Group participation
Outputs of practicum

Written Tests
Group Participation
Final Report of an
action research.
FINAL EXAMINATION

Oral Defense of Students

Action Researches.

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- A rating of at least 73% in all quizzes and tests/ examinations
- Active participation in class/group discussions
- Assignment, projects/written outputs
- A written complete report of an original action research
- Attendance of not less than 80% of the total number of hours. ( Absences should not be more than 11 hours/ meetings)
- Other requirements as many be sleemed necessary
VII. Books
Textbook
References

: Johnson, Andrew P. (2005) A Short Guide to Action Research. Boston: Pearson Educa., Inc.
: Acero & Teuterio (2006) Methods of Research. Q.C.: Rex Printing Co.
Ariola, Mariano M. (2006) Principles and Methods of Research. Q. C.: Rex Printing Co.
Ferrance, Eileen (2000) Action Research: Themes in Education. RI: Brown University
Taylor, Maurice, Action Research in Workplace Education.
Vizcarra, Florante O. (2002) Introduction to Educational Research.
Waters-Adams, (2006) Action Research in Education. University of Plymouth
VIII. Grading System
Preliminary Term Grade (P.G.)
Midterm Grade (M.G.)
Final Term Grade (F.G)

2 (C.S.) + Long Test

3

C. S (Class Standing): Quizzes, Assignment/ Homework, Oral & written reports, written outputs, action research report
Final Rating =

PREPARED BY:

P.G. + M.G. + F.G.

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FELICIDAD C. SINIO, Ph. D.
Professor

MS. ESTELITA B. DELA PEA

Department Chair

MARINA B. SANTOS, Ed. D.

College Dean