Implementing Design-Based Research in Education

Practical Tools and Strategies
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-032-99714-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 312 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Implementing Design-Based Research in Education is a vital guide for researchers and educators seeking to transform educational theory into impactful practice. Grounded in the principles of creativity, empathy, and collaboration, this book examines how Design-Based Research (DBR) can tackle real-world educational challenges while generating rigorous and usable theory.

This comprehensive resource delves into the phases of DBR, offering step-by-step guidance catering to both novice and experienced researchers. It covers key topics such as building sustainable partnerships, understanding the lived experiences of learners and others in the research environment, facilitating creative design workshops, and grounding research in robust theoretical frameworks. Through case studies, practical examples, and detailed discussions, the book highlights the potential of DBR to inform policy and practice. Readers will also gain valuable insights into strategies for fostering empathy, designing interventions, evaluating outcomes, promoting innovation, and scaling projects in educational research.

Ideal for both novice and seasoned DBR practitioners, this book provides the tools and inspiration needed to navigate the complexities of educational research with confidence.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Professional Practice & Development, and Undergraduate Advanced

Autoren/Hrsg.

Devitt, Ann

O'Reilly, Catherine

O’Sullivan, Jen

O'Sullivan, Jennifer

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. The Origins of Design-Based Research: Educational Research Meets Design Thinking 2. Key Features of Design-Based Research 3. Frameworks and Models for Conducting Design-Based Research 4. Phases of Design-Based Research 5. The Human Element of Design-Based Research 6. Phase 1 Building the Foundations: The Literature Review 7. Phase 1 Analysis and Evaluation: Finding the Right Problem to Solve 8. Phase 2 Design and Development of Educational Interventions 9. Phase 3 Implementation of a Design-Based Research Intervention 10. Phase 4 Evaluation and Reflection in Design-Based Research 11. Scaling up a DBR Intervention 12. Epilogue

Über Autor(innen)

Ann Devitt is an Associate Professor of Language Education at the School of Education at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland.

Jen O’Sullivan is a Lecturer in Literacy Education at Marino Institute of Education, Ireland.

Catherine O’Reilly is a Research Fellow in the School of Education at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland.