Mary Norton has produced a document that explains abstract notions while staying grounded in adult literacy practice. Although the emphasis is on doing research, the book also invites readers to critically read, relect on and apply research to their practice. By presenting examples from research in practice experiences and projects in Canada the book also provides a portrayal of the work done since 1997. This volume will surely become the primer to research in practice in the adult literacy ield as well as other related areas of practice. Marina Niks RiPAL-BC (Research in Practice in Adult Literacy)

A thorough and insightful resource that will support and enrich your work, no matter where you are on the research and practice journey. Tannis Atkinson Literacies Journal, Editor

This is truly a traveler's guide for research in practice. It has a deinite end goal; it charts the way, highlights signposts, and cautions the reader on possible pitfalls. It lightens the load of a researcher practitioner embarking on that exciting quest for knowledge. Dr. Bill Fagan Literacy Researcher

The Traveler's Guide encourages us to give ourselves the time to read, write and relect about our work and in the process change our practice. The book is rich with stories and snippets about literacy work, and how research as a creative process offers possibilities and solutions to questions people have. Well mapped, easy to follow, and just the right amount of information. Audrey Gardner Literacy Coordinator, Bow Valley Community College

A Traveler's Guide to Literacy Research in Practice maps out the complexity of research in practice in a clear, calm, comprehensive way. It is a wise travel companion, full of the stories and insights from fellow travelers. Norton helps us to see how "research is one way to name and tell what we know, as well as one way to question and extend our knowledge." Sheila Stewart Senior Research Oficer, Festival of Literacies
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto