Action Research in Educational Technology

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National Council of Educational Research and Training via Swayam

Sign up for the Action Research in Educational Technology course to incorporate the process of action research into teaching and problem-solving approach.

Mode

Online

Duration

24 Weeks

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
number of course credit 2

Course overview

SWAYAM’s Action Research in Educational Technology course focuses on the elements of Action Research and testing learners on displaying their competency for the same. This course has been carefully designed and offered by CIET, NCERT, New Delhi to enrich the education process through collaboration and cooperation. With this programme, learners will be able to integrate action research in a school curriculum as a problem-solving and teaching methodology.

Action Research in Educational Technology online training is an undergraduate-level course that is spread out over 24 weeks and is available for free. Those who wish to earn a certificate at the end of the programme must register and pay a minimal fee to appear for the final exam. The curriculum covers key aspects such as action research’s procedure, research questions, data recording, problem identification, reporting, and data interpretation.

The Action Research in Educational Technology course by SWAYAM has an accomplished instructor to take you through the curriculum in a smooth manner. You can use this opportunity to understand Action Research and integrate it successfully into the educational process. Take this course to hone your skills and build a strong portfolio with the course completion certificate.

The highlights

  • Online learning
  • Forum discussions
  • Objective tests (MCQs)
  • Written assignments
  • Video lectures
  • Certificate
  • Undergraduate-level programme

Program offerings

  • Certificate
  • Forum discussions
  • Intermittent tests
  • Assignments
  • Online lectures
  • Email alerts

Course and certificate fees

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

NCERT

Who it is for

Eligibility criteria

Candidates must complete the course material, assignments, objective tests, the written proposal, and a comprehensive report, to qualify for the Action Research in Educational Technology Course certificate.

What you will learn

Research skills

Upon successful completion of all the modules of the Action Research in Educational Technology course, you will have learned the following:

  • Learn and understand the Action Research process
  • Action Research – integration in the educational process
  • Problem definition and identification
  • Data interpretation and recording
  • Report writing and conducting Action Research

The syllabus

Week 0

Module
  • Introductory Week

Week 1

Module
  • Introductory Week

Week 2

Module
  • Understanding Action Research

Week 3

Module
  • Understanding Action Research

Week 4

Module
  • Educational Action Research Process

Week 5

Module
  • Educational Action Research Process

Week 6

Module
  • Integration of Educational Technology in Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Week 7

Module
  • Integration of Educational Technology in Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Week 8

Module
  • Data Collection

Week 9

Module
  • Data Collection

Week 10

Module

Report Writing

Week 11

Module

Report Writing

Week 12

Module

Assignment- Proposal of Action Research

Week 13

Module

Assignment- Proposal of Action Research

Week 14 - Week 24

Module
  • Conduct Action Research and submit a comprehensive report.

Admission details

If you want to apply for the Action Research in Educational Technology course, you need to follow the below-mentioned steps:

Step 1. Visit the website - swayam.gov.in/explorer.

Step 2. The options window has two choices – Upcoming Courses and Ongoing Courses. Select 'Action Research in Educational Technology’ under upcoming courses and click on it.

Step 3. Now, either sign in to the website via your existing SWAYAM account or Facebook, Google, Microsoft account. Then, click on the ‘JOIN’ option provided on the course page.

Step 4. Lastly, give all the necessary details to begin the programme.


Filling the form

To join the Action Research in Educational Technology course, you need to register by creating an account. After registration, log in with your email id and password and fill in your details such as email, name, contact information, education details, etc. You will also need to choose your exam date when you register for the course. The portal has all the information on the programme such as important dates, number of lectures, etc.

Evaluation process

The online training in Action Research in Educational Technology course is comprised of written assignments (25 points), objective tests at the end of each module (25 points), forum discussions (10 points), a proposal for Action Research in Educational Technology (15 points), and a comprehensive report of the approval proposal (25 points). This adds up to a total of 100 points, and the grading scale is as follows-

  • 91-100 points- O Grade
  • 76- 90 points- A Grade
  • 60-75 points- B Grade
  • 35-59 points- C Grade
  • < 35 points- D Grade

How it helps

The Action Research in Educational Technology certification course is targeted at individuals, teachers, and principals who can benefit from using Action Research for problem verification and problem-solving. Course learners will apply their skills by conducting Action Research and producing a comprehensive report in the latter half of the course. In this manner, the curriculum incorporates theoretical and practical knowledge to make you well-versed in this process and display your skills in the real world.

Instructors

Mr Rajendra Pal
Professor
NCERT

Other Bachelors, Other Masters, Ph.D, M.Phil.

FAQs

What is the course level?

The Action Research in Educational Technology programme is an undergraduate-level certification course.

Can I keep track of the course assignments?

You can access all assignments on the assignment details page and view due dates, submitted dates, marks obtained, and grades received.

What is the course duration?

The duration of the Action Research in Educational Technology course is 24 weeks.

What information is provided on the learning portal?

You can access the number of lectures, important dates, announcements, exam dates, etc. on the portal. Read the course details carefully to proceed with the course.

What aspects of Action Research will be covered in this course?

Several attributes of Action Research are taught in this course, including reporting, collection of data, problem identification, and data interpretation.

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