Cont. Lesson learnt on 6 Dec 2010

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1. Organized data :
* validity : accuracy; measure what is supposed to measure
* reliability : consistency; validity vs reliability
* Generalizability
* Ethics
2. Guba's criteria for validity of qualitative research :
eg. credibility, transferability, dependability, confirmability
3. Analyze and interpret data:
( Data Analysis Techniques)
* Identify themes
* Code surveys, interviews and questionaires
* Ask key questions : 5W & 1 H
* Do organizational review of school
* Develop a concept map
* Analyze antecedents and consequences
* Display findings
* State what is missing
4. Data Interpretation Techniques
* Extend the analysis by raising questions
* Connect the findings with personal experience
* Seek the advice of critical friends
* Contextualize finding in literature
* Turn to theory
5. Steps to action:
* Finding of research
* Recommended action
*Responsibilities
* Sharing finding with colleagues
* Ongoing monitoring  ( data collection )
* Timeline for action
* Resources
6. I am contented today as i have grasped many skills.  Keep up the good work.
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