Scientifically Based Research What is scientifically based
research? Scientifically based research is research that
involves the application of rigorous, systematic and objective
procedures to obtain reliable and valid knowledge relevant to
education activities and programs. Because scientifically based
research includes different types of research methods, it is
critical that the research methods used in a particular study
are appropriate for answering the questions that are addressed
by the study. Understanding the quality of a research study is
critical. Low quality studies of the effectiveness of an
intervention or program do not provide trustworthy answers to
the question, "Does this intervention or program work?" How can
teachers determine the effectiveness of an educational
intervention or program? As teachers prepare lessons for their
students, they are faced with these questions: - How do I know
what works? - What intervention is best to support a student who
lacks certain skills? - How do I analyze