Guidelines and Grading Rubric for Review of Action Research Studies (due Sept 9th. & 23rd.
7x2=14%,)
1. Each Review paper reviews two peer-reviewed action research studies of closely related your
chosen topic of interest;
2. the review of each study includes two parts: summaries and a critique;
3. In the summary, students will summarize a) the purpose, b) the design and methods, and c) the
findings of each study, with an emphasis on the findings. One summary for each study, and one
paragraph for each summary;
4. When evaluate and critique, students will analyze the strengths and weakness of the studies
focusing on their designs and findings, using the rating scale (attached) adapted from Clarks &
Creswell. One paragraph evaluation to for each study;
5. APA style (7th edition) annotated bibliography is required. Each Review paper will be of in the
range of 3-5 pages.
Journals to start with:
1. Action Research
2. Educational Action Research
3. i.e.: inquiry in education
4. Action Learning: Research and Practice
5. Educational Research for Social Change
Grading Rubric
6-7
exceeds expectations
5
meets expectations
includes two peer-reviewed sources of literature that is
related to and inform own action research interest.
includes two peer-reviewed sources of literature that is
related to and inform own action research interest.
provides an in-depth description of empirical research that
includes the following: a) question or purpose of study; b)
the design and methods, and d) the findings of each study,
with an emphasis on the findings.
provides a clear description of empirical research that
includes the following: a) question or purpose of study; b)
the design and methods, and d) the findings of each study,
with an emphasis on the findings.
Critique of each study is highly analytical and evidence
based, revealing the (in)coherence of the research
elements.
Critique of each study is analytical and evidence based,
revealing the (in)coherence of the research elements.
Writing reflects depth of content and perceptiveness of
the author at the graduate level. The paper is cogent,
coherent, and well organized. Adheres to standard
writing conventions and appearance is professional.
Contains few or no spelling and grammatical errors.
Writing is essentially error-free in terms of mechanics.
APA style of referencing and coherent format of levels
(tiers) are followed.
The paper is coherent, and well organized. Adheres
to standard writing conventions and appearance is
professional. While there may be minor errors, the paper
follows normal conventions of spelling and grammar
throughout and has been carefully proofread. Appropriate
conventions for style and format are used consistently
throughout. APA style referencing is followed. Format of
organization is coherent.
Format of the Review:
The format of the review should follow APA style annotated bibliography with a cover paper for
student paper
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/apa
_sample_paper.html,
And for APA style annotated bibliography format, see The Publication Manual of the American
Psychological Association (7th ed.), p. 307.
Following is a sample APA annotation:
Domina, T. (2016). Leveling the home advantage: Assessing the effectiveness of parental
involvement in elementary school. Sociology of Education, 78(3), 233–249.
https://doi.org/10.1177/003804070507800303
In this book of nonfiction based on the journalist's experiential research, Ehrenreich
attempts to ascertain whether it is currently possible for an individual to live on a
minimum-wage in America. Taking jobs as a waitress, a maid in a cleaning service, and a
Walmart sales employee, the author summarizes and reflects on her work, her relationships
with fellow workers, and her financial struggles in each situation.
An experienced journalist, Ehrenreich is aware of the limitations of her experiment
and the ethical implications of her experiential research tactics and reflects on these issues
in the text. The author is forthcoming about her methods and supplements her experiences
with scholarly research on her places of employment, the economy, and the rising cost of
living in America. Ehrenreich’s project is timely, descriptive, and well-researched.
Ee, J. (2017). Two dimensions of parental involvement: What affects parental involvement in
dual language immersion? Bilingual Research Journal, 40(2), 131–153.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15235882.2017.1306598
In this book of nonfiction based on the journalist's experiential research, Ehrenreich
attempts to ascertain whether it is currently possible for an individual to live on a
minimum-wage in America. Taking jobs as a waitress, a maid in a cleaning service, and a
Walmart sales employee, the author summarizes and reflects on her work, her relationships
with fellow workers, and her financial struggles in each situation.
An experienced journalist, Ehrenreich is aware of the limitations of her experiment
and the ethical implications of her experiential research tactics and reflects on these issues
in the text. The author is forthcoming about her methods and supplements her experiences
with scholarly research on her places of employment, the economy, and the rising cost of
living in America. Ehrenreich’s project is timely, descriptive, and well-researched.
The annotation above both summarizes and assesses the book in the citation. The first paragraph
provides a brief summary of the author's project in the book, covering the main points of the
work. The second paragraph points out the project’s strengths and evaluates its methods and
presentation. This particular annotation does not reflect on the source’s potential importance or
usefulness for this person’s own research.
A Rating Scale for Evaluating an Action Research Report
Your Evidence and/or Reasoning
3 = Excellent
2 = Good
1 = Fair
Quality Rating
0 = Poor
Quality Criteria
The Major Sections
1. Front Matter: The study’s
authors and journal are
reputable.
2. Introduction: The research
focuses on a real problem in
practice or the local community.
There is a strong argument that
the study is needed, is based on
existing knowledge, and has an
appropriate purpose.
3. Method: The researcher is a
practitioner and/or collaborates
with community members.The
overall design, selection of
participants, data collection, and
data analysis are rigorous and fit
the study’s purpose.
4. Results: Detailed results
obtained from the appropriate
analysis of the data provide
answers to the study’s research
questions.
5. Conclusion: Thoughtful
interpretations are provided
about how the results benefit the
participants and/or local
community, extend existing
knowledge and their limitations
and implications.
6. Back Matter: The
supplemental information is
complete and supports specific
points in the report.
Overall Evaluation
7. The research process is high
quality.
Overall Quality
0 - 10 = Low quality
11 - 16 = Adequate quality
17 - 21 = High quality
Total
Score =
My Overall Assessment =