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AERA 2008 Annual Meeting
March 24-28, 2008, New York, New York
Session 37.057: Communicating Educational Research: Issues and Examples
Sponsor:SIG-Communication of Research
Schedule Information: Scheduled Time: Wednesday, March 26, 8:15 am - 10:15 am, Building/Room: Crowne Plaza Hotel Times Square / Times Square Ballroom, Section C, Lobby Level
Session Participants: Chair: Robert V. Labaree (University of Southern California)
Connecting Educational Research With an Audience
Gary J. Natriello (Teachers College, Columbia University)
Abstract: This paper examines the relationships between the educational research and scholarship published in the online version of the Teachers College Record and the response to that work from the online audience of the journal. By detailing the nature of the research, the structure of the published articles, and the conditions under which various types of educational research appear online and then tracking the diverse responses of the large audience of the journal, this paper begins to develop a systematic view of how educational research is communicated to its intended readers. Analysis of the responses of over 100,000 registered users to the thousands of articles available online reveals the role of placement and promotion of articles, the topics addressed in the articles, the authors of the articles, and the evidentiary base of the articles in developing an audience of readers.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Data Displays in Education Journals
Luke S. Duesbery (San Diego State University)
Jan D. Mccoy (Oregon Department of Education)
Abstract: We first synthesize writings from a variety of authors on effective use of data displays in journals to develop a rubric for evaluating the appropriateness of the data displays to convey information. We then apply this rubric to a sample of 9 education journals: 4 research and 5 practitioner. Our purpose is to determine the degree to which journals in education apply the guidelines and standards for the display of data and to make suggestions for enhancing the effectiveness of data display in these sources. Effectively displaying data (both format and form) can have an impact on the interpretation of those data. Therefore, evaluating and improving the quality of data displays can improve the interpretation and application of data to decision making.
Examining Levers for Change: Southeastern State Initiatives to Improve High Schools
Julie A. Edmunds (University of North Carolina - Greensboro)
Abstract: The goal of this report was to create a document for policy makers that: 1. summarized current state-level high school reform efforts across six southeastern states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina); 2. identified themes that cut across these efforts; and 3. encouraged discussion of available research related to the themes identified. The researchers collected information about state-level high school reform work through interviews with key stakeholders and systematic review of relevant electronic resources. These activities were categorized in six different "levers for change." To encourage systematic reflection on these levers, the report included sample research studies and was organized around a conceptual framework entitled the "Evidence-Based Decision-Making Cycle."
Web Video As a Public Sphere for Educational Researchers
Brian S. Hughes (Teachers College, Columbia University)
Abstract: This study follows the development and implementation of a video channel on the web, and highlights possibilities and challenges of creating video with the purpose of communicating about research. Using focus groups and critical analysis, a framework is developed for evaluating some of the opportunities that web video affords researchers. The resulting framework can be used to evaluate video along several dimensions, including length, quality, syndication, frequency of publication, and meta-narratives. In each of these categories, a tension is found between the content of the video and popular expectations for the web video format.
Session 18.018: SIG-Communication of Research Business Meeting
Sponsor: SIG-Communication of Research
Schedule Information: Scheduled Time: Monday, March 24, 6:15 pm to 8:15 pm, Building/Room: New York Marriott Marquis Times Square, Jolson Room, 9th Floor
Agenda
Session Participants: Chair: Robert V. Labaree (University of Southern California)
CALL TO ORDER
- Announcements
- Review SIG Financial Statement
- Assess SIG Listserv and Location of Directory of Open Access Journals
- Status of Award for Best Education Research Article in an Open Access Journal
- Topics for Next Year's Program
- Elect New SIG21 President--Future of SIG
- New Business
ADJOURNMENT
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