Action-research Quote by Mike Schmoker
““The research we do at the local level - collaboratively - is what makes formal, outside research work. Outside research cannot be installed like a car part - it has to be fitted, adjusted, and refined for the school contexts we workd in.””
About This Quote
Local collaborative research tailors broader findings to fit specific school environments, requiring adaptation rather than direct transplantation.
In simple terms: Contextual adaptation of research for schools.
Key Takeaway
Research must be customized to local needs.
Themes
collaboration
contextualization
education
implementation
adaptation
localization
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
optimistic
Type
advice
observation
insight
When to use this quote
- designing curriculum
- evaluating teaching methods
- policy planning
- professional development
- school improvement initiatives
Key Concepts
research
school context
collaboration
implementation
Practical Applications
- customizing evidence-based practices
- informing school-level decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools ensure research relevance?
- What mechanisms support effective adaptation?
