Della R. Shorman
Information and Learning Technologies
with emphasis in Instructional Design and Adult Learning
ILT Projects

Journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. Lao Tzu

 symbol of tao-the journey

ILT Project: Evaluating Effectiveness of Communication Methods
Action Research Project
IT 6720: Research in Information and Learning Technologies

The purpose of this project was to design and implement an action research within the scope of my professional practice. In conducting action research for this project, I was engaged in attempting change and taking action to improve systems currently in place in my work unit.

The project included a process of inquiry including defining the organizational problem, identifying questions, designing research methods to gather and analyze data, and developing action steps for change implementation.

Materials
This final written project includes the literature review, processes involved for the research project including a needs assessement, data collection and data analysis. Please use the link below to access the document:

Written analysis (.pdf)

The Action Research project fulfills the following competencies:

  • Second competency: Conduct a needs assessment for learning or performance interventions;
  • Sixth competency: Implement and evaluate effectiveness of programs, products, or practices;
  • Seventh competency: Assess student/participant learning;
  • Eighth competency: Utilize research methods to investigate a learning, organizational, or performance problem.

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