Aligning Web-based Tools to the Research Process Cycle: A Resource for Collaborative Research Projects
Geoffrey P. Price
Vivian H. Wright
The University of Alabama
Abstract
Using John Creswell’s Research Process Cycle as a framework, this article describes various web-based collaborative technologies useful for enhancing the organization and efficiency of educational research. Visualization tools (Cacoo) assist researchers in identifying a research problem. Resource storage tools (Delicious, Mendeley, EasyBib) improve the collection and organization of resources for a literature review. Content development and management (PBWorks) as well as productivity (GoogleDocs) tools organize materials for researchers to write, view, edit, and analyze. Finally, various communication tools (Blogger, Twitter, Skype) improve the process of evaluating and reporting research.
About the Author(s)...
Geoff Price is a doctoral candidate at the University of Alabama, working on a Ph.D. in Instructional Leadership with an emphasis in Instructional Technology. His scholarship includes publications and presentations in the research areas of K-12 technology integration, TPACK, and the preparation of preservice and in-service teachers for integrating technology. He may be contacted at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Vivian H. Wright is a Professor of Instructional Technology at The University of Alabama. In addition to teaching and advising in the graduate program, Dr. Wright works with pre-service and in-service teachers and teacher educators on innovative ways to infuse technology in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning. Her scholarship includes publications and presentations in the research areas of K-12 technology integration, emerging technologies, and asynchronous education.. She can be contacted at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
