Middle Grades Research: Exemplary Studies Linking Theory to Practice is the first and
only book to present what is perhaps the most thoroughly scrutinized group of studies
focusing on middle grades education issues ever assembled. Each research project
undertaken by the contributing authors herein resulted in the publication of a scholarly
paper. As a collection, the ten studies featured in this book are the crème de la crème of
submissions to the Middle Grades Research Journal between August 2006 and
December 2008. They are the ten highest peer reviewed manuscripts examined by
members of the MGRJ Review Board -- each having undergone careful "blinded"
examination by three or more experts in the sub-specialty area addressed by the research
study conducted. In addition, each study serves to exemplify how sound, practical
research findings can be linked to classroom practice in middle grades classrooms,
Middle Grades Research: Exemplary Studies Linking Theory to Practice is a must read for university professors and a
useful tool for middle grades educators across all subject areas and school settings. Professors who teach middle grades
courses, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, will find the book to be a superb supplemental / accelerated readings
text. Every college-level middle grades education course should make this book an integral part of class discussions.
The book is also an excellent professional development study group resource for middle grades principals and classroom
teachers across all subject areas. School level "Professional Learning Communities" (PLCs) will find that Dr. Hough's
book stimulates scholarly thought, promotes discussion, and demonstrates how educational theory can and should impact
teaching and learning.