Participatory research methods in education, such as action research, have been around for some time. Recently, not only researchers but also research policy makers have highlighted the importance of participation between society and research. Citizen science, science with and for society, and practice-based educational research are examples of…

This book is the most comprehensive account yet published about the education system in Cambodia. It covers all system levels and draws upon the knowledge and insights of a wide range of leading Cambodian and foreign scholars. The book focuses on how the system has developed and is making progress. Significant achievements over the past two…

The aim of this study is to compare the master's (MA) theses in Türkiye (TR) and Finland (FIN) published between 2015-2019. A total of 765 theses were analysed in terms of year, discipline, methodological approach, research method, didactic foci, data collection tool, target group, and sample size. The results showed that FIN theses grounded on…

By creating specific prompts, educators can harness the power of AI models to generate tailored content, provide instant feedback, and simulate real-world scenarios for deeper learning engagement. Whether it's creating personalized lesson plans, generating creative writing prompts, or assisting with problem-solving exercises, generative AI creates…

School districts across the United States are increasingly adopting the four-day school week, often in the hope of addressing teacher staffing challenges. We examine the effects of the four-day week on teacher recruitment and retention in Missouri, where three in ten districts currently use it. After presenting qualitative data showing that school…

Research, testimonies and descriptions of successful projects and initiatives have shown the benefits of well-planned inclusive arts education for students with disabilities. The group of students with disabilities is diverse. The only thing they have in common is a disability that prevents them from taking advantage of the general curriculum…

Conceptualized as open educational resources (OER) in 2002, the field has a relatively short history. During this period, there have been some significant developments, including the availability of more resources and research publications (including literature reviews) in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. This review of reviews adopted a…

Tenets of the Arts-based Research (ABR) framework share similarities with a praxial music education. An ABR framework can support music educators' teaching practices ranging from novice to the established teacher. This can be achieved by establishing and maintaining strong student-teacher relationships through the creation, development, adaptation…

This book explores the nature of teacher and school resilience in times of uncertainty, and how resilience can be nurtured within individual schools and educational systems as a whole. Innovative approaches to exploring these concepts are presented, as well as the role of educational research and practice in providing opportunities for…

Everyone knows that education is important. We are confronted daily by discussion of it in the media and by politicians, but how much do we really know about education? "Education: The Basics" is a lively and engaging introduction to education as an academic subject, taking into account both theory and practice. Covering the schooling…

This study examines the critical role of technological innovations in higher education, specifically addressing their contribution towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) between 2020 and 2024. Employing a combined methodology of bibliometric analysis and systematic literature review, the research analyzes trends, methodologies,…

In educational technology research, most studies are conducted to explore the effectiveness of using technology to improve teaching and learning. Priori power analysis enables researchers to determine sufficient sample size for achieving adequate statistical power during research planning. Observed power analysis is carried out on completed…

In this second column regarding research approaches, we continue our discussion of qualitative and quantitative research focusing on the specializations of developmental education, learning assistance, and student success. Whereas the previous column discussed mixed methods as an underutilized method, similarly, design research has the potential…

Institutional researchers can be confronted with ethical quandaries. Pressures from their institutions can conflict with professional standards and general ethical requirements. Analyses that appear to be neutral can conceal hidden assumptions that are unintentionally harmful to those individuals whom institutions have a responsibility to protect.…

Traditional education scholarship has historically excluded or silenced knowledges from disenfranchised communities that are deeply impacted by education research, policy, and practice, contributing to the epistemic injustice they experience. In this article we argue that research-intensive public universities should be committed to addressing…