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Educational Research Methods
A comprehensive skill for conducting rigorous educational research using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Covers study design, data collection instruments, analysis techniques, and reporting standards specific to education scholarship.
Study Design Frameworks
Quantitative Designs
Educational quantitative research typically follows one of these designs:
| Design | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Randomized controlled trial (RCT) | Causal inference | Random assignment to instruction methods |
| Quasi-experimental | Causal inference without randomization | Pre-post comparison with matched control |
| Correlational | Relationship exploration | Survey linking self-efficacy to GPA |
| Longitudinal panel | Change over time | Tracking cohort achievement K-12 |
| Cross-sectional survey | Snapshot description | National teacher satisfaction survey |