Whatever level you are working at, and assuming no prior research experience, Your Education Research Project Companion, 2^nd edition provides the support and guidance you need in order to write a first-class research project or dissertation in education.

Written in the form of a fictional case study, the book charts the progress of student working on an education research project, through tutorials with their academic tutor. The clear, innovative narrative style will bridge the gap between theory and research practice, to ensure you acquire the simple and essential information needed.

New for this edition and included throughout the book is MA level advice helping you to know what more is required of you to achieve a Masters qualification.

"This is an innovative book in an unusul but interesting and engaging srtyle. It certainly beats all the other dry uninspriring texts out there on researching your practice."

- Dr Peter Gates, School of Education, University of Nottingham

Dr Jim McGrath recently retired from teaching at Birmingham City University to become a full-time writer. He remains a visiting lecturer and continues to teach on a number of MA modules and to supervise PhD students.

Dr Anthony Coles is Reader in Post-compulsory Education and MA Education Course Director at Birmingham City University. Much of his teaching involves research skills and supporting teachers in their professional development.