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Traditional research and action research
Traditional research starts with a theory, but the researcher does not insert himself into the research. The focus is on developing new knowledge in a particular field.
Action research is when the researcher investigates an issue/problem and has the intention of solving that issue/problem. The purpose is to solve practical problems and improve practice.
Research project
Research project
The research that I conducted was to investigate whether the Quizizz website could increase students' proficiency in foiling. Therefore, I was looking for a solution to the issue that I just previously described. Because I identified an issue, and had the intention of finding a solution to the issue then my research is considered action research. Another reason why my research is action research is because it took place in a classroom. In addition, this research was conducted by an educationist since I am a math teacher. Providing students with a Quizizz math game and analyzing the results led me to conclude that Quizizz is an effective website and also helped increase students' proficiency in foiling.
Quantitative research and Qualitative research
Quantitative research and Qualitative research
Quantitative research is the process of “collecting and analyzing numerical data. It can be used to find patterns and averages, make predictions, test causal relationships, and generalize results to wider populations” (Bhandari pg.1). There are three types of quantitative research methods which are: descriptive research, correlational research and experimental research. This type of research is most commonly used in social and natural sciences.
Qualitative research” involves collecting and analyzing non-numerical data (e.g., text, video, or audio) to understand concepts, opinions, or experiences” (Bhandari, pg. 1). This type of research is used to gather new knowledge on a problem, or create new ideas for research. There are five qualitative research approaches: grounded theory, ethnography, action research, phenomenological research and narrative research.
Reflection:
My experience from being in ETEC 5430 and ETEC 6430 was amazing. I definitely enjoyed doing action research. At the beginning of this experience I was not sure on which math class I was going to choose for this project. The debate was whether I would choose an "Integrated Math 1" class or an "Integrated Math 2" class. After a few days of thinking about this situation, I made a decision and the instructional delivery went very smooth with minor issues. My research question was if the Quizizz math games could increase student proficiency in foiling. At the end of the day I was able to conclude that the Quizizz math game did in fact help with students proficiency in foiling. Thus, in my current teaching I always try to use Quizizz, Kahoot or Blooket at least once a week in all of my classes. My research helped me understand the importance of incorporating gamification into my teaching, since it increases student engagement and also increases their proficiency in math concepts.
References:
Bhandari, P. (2023, June 22). What Is Qualitative Research? | Methods & Examples. Scribbr. Retrieved January 2, 2024, from https://www.scribbr.com/methodology/qualitative-research/
Bhandari, P. (2023, June 22). What Is Quantitative Research? | Definition, Uses & Methods. Scribbr. Retrieved December 31, 2023, from https://www.scribbr.com/methodology/quantitative-research/
Handoko, W., Mizkat, E., Nasution, A., Hambali, & Eska, J. (2021). Gamification in Learning using Quizizz Application as Assessment Tools. Journal of Physics. Conference Series, 1783(1), 12111–. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1783/1/012111
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