Action Research

In todays educational environment of data-driven decision-making, it is important for school librarians to develop and implement research studies designed to measure the effectiveness of their library media programs. An indispensable tool for todays tight budgets and climate of educational accountability, this book provides the step-by-step guidance to help you point to successful programs and validate the importance of the school library. The authors present the necessary steps and resources to conduct research in your own buildings. Youll learn how to assess your environment, develop research questions, collect and analyze data, and moreall to demonstrate the importance of the library media centers role in todays school.