Congratulations to Professor Ann Devitt (School of Education, Trinity College Dublin), Dr Jen O'Sullivan (Marino Institute of Education) and Dr Catherine O'Reilly (Trinity College Dublin) on the publication of Implementing Design-Based Research in Education: Practical Tools and Strategies.
The book is a valuable resource for researchers, educators and students interested in using Design-Based Research (DBR) to explore and enhance educational policy and practice while expanding the research evidence base. Bringing together scholarly insight and practical guidance, it supports readers through every stage of the DBR process, from building sustainable partnerships and facilitating collaborative design workshops to developing, evaluating and refining educational interventions.
As educational systems worldwide grapple with increasingly complex issues, this book offers practical strategies, case studies and real-world examples to generate knowledge that not only advances theory but also improves practice. As Professor Susan McKenney of the University of Twente notes:
“This volume offers a rich collection of resources for practitioners, bridging scholarly insights and the realities of educational practice today. Offering a wealth of ideas, tools, and strategies to inform design-based research projects in myriad settings, this book offers readers valuable opportunities to deepen their understanding, reflect critically on their practice, and explore new possibilities for enriching their designerly inquiry.”
The publication was celebrated at a launch event in the Trinity Long Room Hub last week. The event featured a panel discussion with the authors and Elliott Masie, followed by a Q&A facilitated by Dr Joseph Roche from Trinity School of Education. The well-attended event brought together colleagues, students, researchers and education professionals to discuss the potential of Design-Based Research to address contemporary educational challenges.
Congratulations to Ann, Jen and Catherine on this important contribution to educational research and practice.
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