Essential techniques in research work and historical research, selecting and defining problems, treatment and interpretation of data and research reporting. Types of research, criteria for selecting and planning a problem, preparing bibliographies, securing data for various types of research, the organization, preparation and interpretation of materials, critical analysis of historical texts, and written and oral presentation of research results and analysis. Action research methods as a logical extension of school endeavor, including data collection, data analysis, and development of an action plan.