Outline of a Quantitative Research Approach Dr. Jim Freemyer Research Process Visual Handout Research Process Example New Teacher Effectiveness New Teacher 1700 Survey Results Condensed Summary Quantitative Research in SPSS Condensed Video for using SPSS in Quantitative Research Customize this Session Statistics can be a Challenging Subject Statistics can be a Challenging Subject Most students struggle with Research Statistics. How should a student approach learning how to conduct quantitative research? Question this Morning! The Purpose of the Research was to determine how to best learn the key components of Statistics. Go from a theoretical framework better approach to learning Rationale for a Quantitative Study Dr. Tim Rowlands Knowledge Quartet The adjusted framework included four main components: (a) Foundation, (b) Transformation, (c) Connection, and (d) Contingency. Does the theoretical framework impact an effective approach to learning how to execute effective research? Deductive Approach: begins with a theory and then hypotheses are tested to be confirmed or rejected. The epistemological approach provides a basis for how knowledge is acquired. Positivism is an approach to gaining knowledge that the importance of imitating the natural sciences for research approaches. Such an ontological emphasis would favor an objectivism research methodology as opposed to an constructionism methodology. Hence we embark on a Quantitative Research Study. Justification for a Research Approach DeductiveTheory Learning Quantitative Research Approach Survey Quantitative Research Learning Survey Week 1 Research Question: What impact, if any, does a conceptual approach to teaching have on students learning ability for a research statistics course. H 0 : There is no measurable difference between students who receive instruction based on a conceptual approach to learning and those who learn from a more traditional teaching approach. H A : There is a measurable difference between students who receive instruction based on a conceptual approach to learning and those who learn from a more traditional teaching approach. Research Question Using Spss Observation Approach Dr. Tim Rowlands Knowledge Quartet (adjusted Dr. Liston in Ireland) The adjusted framework included four main components: (a) Foundation, (b) Transformation, (c) Connection, and (d) Contingency. Irish/Indiana Survey Comparison High Expectations Component of High ExpectationsU.S.A. n = 33Ireland n = 142 RankEffective Element of Teaching Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation Ranking Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation 1Provide clear and high expectations Challenge students to perform at a high level (effort, perseverance, and rigor) Assess learning throughout the lesson Hold students accountable (in-class engagement, homework, etc.) Establish a structured climate that fosters cooperation Ask higher level questions frequently Focus on being well-organized and prepared Assign daily homework for practice and reinforcement Engage students in project-based real-life application High Expectations for Students and Teachers How important are high expectations on a scale of 1 100? Irish rated it 88/100 Indiana teachers rated it 93/100 Support and Genuine Care U.S.A. n = 33Ireland n = 142 Ranking Effective Element of Teaching Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation Ranking Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation 1 Demonstrate an enjoyment and enthusiasm for teaching Demonstrate care (encouragement and support) for students through relationships Encourage direct questioning and classroom discussion Communicate the teachers thought process when discussing new concepts Consolidate knowledge (ideas get connected and integrated) Provide extra assistance outside normal class time Re-cycle (spiral review) key learning concepts for student reinforcement Provide students with sufficient drill and practice Display a sense of humor and a lively personality Plan instruction to utilize the concept that success breeds success (success seems feasible) Allow ample wait-time when asking challenging questions Develop a culture of school pride Design effective group work Integrate standardized test questions (ACT or SAT type questions -- junior/leaving certificate) into the curriculum Provide ways (mnemonics, songs, object lessons, etc.) to help students learn and remember Support and Genuine Care Irish teachers rated its overall importance as 86/100. Indiana teachers rated its overall importance as 94/100. Learn and Grow Continuous GrowthU.S.A. n = 33Ireland n = 142 Ranking Effective Element of Teaching Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation Rank Mean out of 7 Standard Deviation 1 Keep learning new teaching strategies Continue to grow regarding understanding of their content area Participate in teacher collaboration Implement effective instructor use of technology to enhance student engagement Implement effective student use of technology to enhance understanding Learn and Grow Irish 80/100 Indiana 86/100 Overall Rating High Expectations, Genuine Care & Concern, and Learning and Growing (28 components). Indiana 87/100 Ireland 88/100 Interviews of 60 Teachers Question 2) Would you agree with High Expectations? 98% said absolutely! What does that concept mean to you? Question 3) Do you agree with Care and Concern? 98% said yes. Question 4) Do you agree with Learning and Growing? 98% said yes Question 1 What is Good Teaching? Like Maths 43% responded effective teachers like Maths. Passion Almost 50% Well Disciplined and Structured 53% High Expectations 48% Care and Concern 58% Questions?