Looks at some of the core perspectives in teacher research, situates the movement in a wider context, and examines some of its explicit or implicit premises along with typical methodologies. Discusses the opportunities of teacher research; the craft-artistry perspective; communities of exchange, support, and inquiry; and warrants for knowledge in…

Offers observations and reflections on research and research issues in the field of language arts. Discusses issues and factors significant to the state and future of language arts research, including: sociopolitical context, new and old issues confronting the field, and research needed for the public good. (SR)

Reviews the research relating reading and writing, offers instructional implications of that research, and points out directions for further study. (JL)

Departs from the review-of-research model often used in this column and proposes research directions on the topic of word-level strategies. Reconsiders the growth of word-level strategies, not as an exclusive focus, but as part of authentic literacy use. (MG)

Asserts that becoming a teacher-researcher is one way to get better at teaching. Shows that teacher research is not as daunting as it may first appear. Examines three myths and three opposing realities regarding teacher research. (PRA)