Schools and institutions are seeing a growing need for data-driven decisions. Analyze ways in which institutions are currently using research and data. Explain why it is important to make data-informed decisions and to conduct program evaluations. How can institutions...
In order to be an effective partner to another organization, each has to enter into a more formal agreement that dictates how the partnership will work. One way to begin formalizing a partnership is to draft a memorandum of understanding, or MOU. An MOU describes the...
Political forces often intervene when action research is being conducted and these often create ethical challenges that need to be addressed. What political and ethical challenges might be present in your study? How will you mitigate those challenges? 100...
After action is implemented, the effects of that action should be evaluated. This is what contributes to the cyclical nature of this work as the results of the evaluation may lead to another cycle of “look,” “think,” and “act.” Pretend that your study has been...
You have been asked to develop a recommendation on how to enhance innovative technology approaches to address community issues. You will explore new technologies or techniques for your organization or community and identify gaps in services to meet the needs of the...
1. Think about a nutrition controversy or claim that you’ve recently read or heard about in the media, or a question that you have about nutrition. How would you evaluate that controversy or claim, or answer your question, using the steps of the scientific method?...
