Education Research in Belize for Belize by Belizeans

This book consists of twenty-one empirical studies in the field of education conducted in the Belizean context by Belizean educators. It covers a variety of topics across various levels of education across the six districts in Belize. Each research study article consists of a background that introduces the topic of the study. A brief literature review informs the reader of the conceptual or theoretical framework of the study. The methodology presents the approach, research design, sample, and data collection procedures. The results section shares the raw data collected from the participants. The findings are discussed to bring the study together and it incorporates content from the literature review in the discussion. Conclusions are drawn and recommendations are made as a result of the conclusions. Each study suggests implications for best practices across the different topic areas. The conclusions of each research study can aid in the development of education policies to enhance the Belize education system.