9417 Action Research Project by David Consalvi - July 13, 2008
Data Source
Research Questions
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Can podcasts be used effectively to support learning in grades 9-12 laboratory settings?

Teacher Observation Log Laboratory Grades
Likert type scaled student survey - pre and post course
Does student access to technology outside of class impact their ability to gain understanding from podcasts?

Student Survey Laboratory Grades  
Does podcast support for laboratory activities impact their attitudes towards science?
Likert type scaled student survey - pre and post course Discussion Board Participation Teacher Observation Log
Does podcast support for laboratory activities enhance student participation in scientific argumentation?
Teacher Observation Log Laboratory Grades Discussion Board Participation
Triangulation Matrix Exercise from Mills, G.E., Action Research, A Guide for the Teacher Researcher, 3rd ed., p 78, ISBN 0-13-172276-X, Pearson Education, NJ, 2007.