For this Assignment, you will apply what you have learned in prior modules to demonstrate that you have mastered both quantitative and qualitative research methods. You have an opportunity to select those approaches that interest you as a leader in the field of special education.
To prepare:
· Review all articles in the module Learning Resources. Note the role of explanatory and exploratory research.
· Consider the following scenario
o You are a special education leader in a district with a large population of students identified with learning disabilities (LDs). A new math program has been implemented at the middle school level. Students categorized with a specific LD are failing math at higher rates.
o As a special education leader, how might you respond to the scenario in a meeting that will examine this problem? What is the role of explanatory and exploratory research? What mixed-method approach might your recommend to investigate the problem posed by the scenario?
In preparation for a hypothetical meeting that will examine the scenario, prepare a 3–5 page response to the following:
· What role does explanatory and exploratory research play in understanding the special education students in the scenario?
· What mixed-methods design would you recommend to investigate the reason(s) for the failure in math by students with learning disabilities?
Cite specific reference to the Learning Resources, outside resources, and personal experiences.
Note: For this Assignment and all scholarly writing in this course and throughout your program, you will be required to use APA style (6th edition). Please use the Walden Writing Center as a resource as you complete assignments.
Learning Resources
Note: To access this module’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.
Required Readings
Consult the following readings for work on your course project assignment during this module:
O’Neill, R. E., McDonnell, J. J., Billingsley, F. F., & Jenson, W. R. (2011). Single case research designs in educational and community settings. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Mixed-Methods
Note: The resources were selected for the quality of the information and examples that they contain and not the date of publication.
Focus on this approach to mixed-methods design. Recognize the factors that are studied. Consider how teachers were classified.
Focus on the experimental phase of this mixed-methods study. Pay particular attention to the explanatory theme. Study the multiple measures and approaches.
Focus on the mixed-methods naturalistic research design. Review the process for reaching across multiple delivery contexts. Reflect on the selection of participants.
Focus on the measurement of this professional development program. Note the design of the program evaluation. Pay particular attention to assessing the goals.
Focus on the methods for examining the perceptions of parents and teachers. Study the mixed-methods design. Read about the criterion-based sample.
Focus on the assessment of students’ perceptions. Recognize the mixed-methods design. Consider the use of quantitative and qualitative approaches.
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