TCED 6932 - Action Research in Urban and Rural Education
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section A05, CRN 44188,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Breanna Beaver
Email: bcbeaver@ysu.edu
Course Description
6932. Action Research in Urban and Rural Education . This course focuses on action research as it applies to urban and rural education. Topics include reflecting to identify a problem, reviewing literature, planning and implementing interventions, data collection and analysis strategies, and sharing outcomes with others. Course may be offered onsite, online, or as a combination of both. Field experience in an appropriate educational setting is required. Prereq.: Admission to School of Graduate Studies and Research. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association | American Psychological Association | |
| Optional | Action Research: A Guide for the Teacher Researcher | Mills, G. E. |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | BB Materials | What is action research? | Mod 1 DQ & peer responses Mod 1 Activity 1 - Field Verification |
| 8/31 | BB Materials | Issues in Urban and Rural Education and its Application to Action Research | Mod 2 DQ & peer responses Mod 2 Activity 1- Journal Analysis |
| 9/7 | BB Materials | The Process of Action Research and Formulating Research Questions | Mod 3 DQ & peer responses Mod 3 Activity 1- Cover Page & Introduction |
| 9/14 | BB Materials | A Review of Literature | Mod 4 DQ & peer responses |
| 9/21 | BB Materials | Design of the Study & Analyzing Data for Positive Change | Mod 5 DQ & peer responses |
| 9/28 | BB Materials | Action Research: Implications, Conclusions | Mod 6 Activity 1 - Action Research Plan & Reflection (SL&L Critical Task) |
| 10/5 | BB Materials | Disseminating Findings & Showcasing Project | Mod 7 DQ & peer responses |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.