Ethics in action research poses some unique challenges because
a. there is little distance between the researcher and subjects.
b. the research is more open ended and may change during the process.
c. typically different things happen to some of the children in the class.
d. a and b
e. a, b, and c
Ques. 2Action researchers should not
a. ignore discrepant data. c.
collect authentic student work.
b. reveal their biases.
d. be open to reflection.
Ques. 3List at least six of the most common weaknesses found in quantitative research proposals.
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 4Why should action researchers be concerned about the rigor of their research?
a. Knowledge gained can be shared with others.
b. Actions based on poor data can put students at risk.
c. Well-done action research enhances teacher efficacy.
d. All of these are true.
e. None of these are true, action research is not concerned with scientific rigor.
Ques. 5Field notes, observation documentation, and diaries and journals would be classified under which type of data collection strategy in action research?
a. experiencing
c. examining
b. enquiring
d. elucidating
Ques. 6What are the five categorical exemptions that apply to federally funded research projects involving human subjects?
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 7Interviews, written responses, and performance measures would be classified under which type of data collection strategy in action research?
a. experiencing
c. examining
b. enquiring
d. elucidating
Ques. 8Student information, teacher records, and school artifacts would be classified under which type of data collection strategy in action research?
a. experiencing
c. examining
b. enquiring
d. elucidating
Ques. 9Describe the three major areas related to the protection of participants covered by the National Research Act of 1974 and explain the role of the Institutional Review Board in approving studies.
What will be an ideal response?
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