Action Research for Schools

Although the purposes and characteristics of action research are similar between researchers, criticisms of this methodology lie in the restrictiveness and ‘confusing array’ of models (Davis, 2013; Costello, 2011). With a large variety of models, a few examples are given here to show the variation between each. Costello (2011) refers to an action research model by Denscombe (2007, p.126). This model demonstrates the cyclical process of action research and includes five components: professional practice, critical reflection, research, strategic planning, and action. The idea of this framework is that it involves beginning with professional practice and reflecting on this. It is through reflection that there may be an identification of an issue or problem and it is this issue which requires research. Once an inquiry is completed, the research findings become the starting point for the instigation and development of an action

Action research is known of other terms which include participatory speech, collaborative inquiry, emancipatory research, action learning and contextual action research; however they differ in various contexts. In simple terms, action research can be defined as “Learning by doing”, a number of people identify a problem, ways to resolve it, assess their efforts, if they aren’t successful, and they give it a try.

I plan to use the input and assistance of my principal, administration, and other colleagues to assist me with necessary portions of my action research project. I will develop a written plan of action further in the project, monitor the project reflective, and prepare a research summary research report of the results of my action research project addressing the effectiveness of the implementation of the PBIS program at Otter Creek Middle School. My plans are for my research to be implemented further along with my principal internship after I have completed the course as well.

Amanda talked about how she used the action research to develop and increase professionalism of both early childhood researchers and practitioners by using the teaching techniques and strategies to support the implement of the research project, using the cycle of reflection and analysing the data, communicating with early childhood teachers to reflect and build skills in their teaching. She developed a scale where she could analyse children’s interests,

In order for a researcher to conduct an action research analysis several factors must be determined. The specific purpose for the research, the components, and stakeholders. My action research project is to address a specific problem my agency has with employee retention within the patrol division during the past three years. In conducting a critical mass analysis it is important to determine who has influence and can assist with making suggestions on changes or give necessary data. Stringer (2007) states, "action research is a systematic approach to investigation

Research is defined as a ‘systematic, critical and self-critical enquiry that aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge’ (Stenhouse cited by Grigg, 2015). Critics argue that professional enquiry in the teaching industry is lacking in teachers using action research on a regular basis, which ultimately would improve the quality of teaching (Burgess cited by Grigg, 2015). However, as educational theory is always changing

In the case study about Participatory Action Research (PAR) in a public New England middle school, researchers attempted to implement the PAR approach into a program that moves students who are behind 1 year, at an accelerated rate – 3 years of school over the course of 2 years – allowing them to be in the appropriate grade for their age group. The accelerated program was called Higher Academic Achievement Program (HAAP). Two teachers and their classes participated in the research, taking on the PAR approach two days a week, while continuing their normal academic schedule the rest of the week. The HAAP program was a very traditional and strict program. The academic schedule was to be abided by profusely to ensure that students were being properly prepared for their state exams. While the actual teaching style of the teachers differed, their traditionalistic teaching views were shared. Both students, teachers, and administrators were assessed and interviewed at the conclusion of the study to report feedback about the successes, weaknesses, opinions, and criticisms about PAR. While the program has a unique and engaging approach, there were several large complications in appropriately implementing PAR into the HAAP program.

Research, educational and action, are key to the continued improvement of educational methodologies and strategies. Educational research provides theories and pedagogy by organizing “empirical facts” (Johnson, 2012, p. 9). These scientific studies reach peer-reviewed conclusions that can be applied in multiple situations. Action research is more specific and focuses to provide a usable action plan (Johnson, 2012, p. 16).

This article was an action research model. It was action research because the article used a variety of research methods. Research was based on emancipatory, developmental, and critical action research. These are all qualitative research methods. The research problem was how to ensure that prospective teachers become culturally responsive individuals.

Action research is a form of research and conducted by and for those taking the actions. The primary reason for engaging in action research is to assist the actor in improving or refining actions. The value of action research is helping practitioners, health managers and researchers to make sense of problems in service delivery and in promoting initiatives for change and improvement. In this research process the investigator performing research with the support of community residents or clients. With the participant’s support researcher identify a community problem and developing the methodology of

So according to Stringer, the key to action research is to bridge the gap between the groups that are at odds with one another. Effective dialogue and negotiation is the critical piece to finding a solution that is

Action learning and research involve action and reflection on that action and have learning as one of their goals. As experiential learning is the basis for both the learning part of both action learning and action research.

Prior to beginning any action research study in the classroom, various permissions must be granted. In addition, this study will take place in a public school; permission will be obtained from the building administrator and district officials (Cohen, Manion, & Morrison, 2007). The

The process of research helped me to understand how social workers must select a situation, and then follow back to the policy impacts the situation. The research process techniques demonstrated how you much learn the policy, which is the source of the situation before starting to create a change. The research paper did a respectable job laying out the process social workers must follow to impact a change. The process of the paper, I went through to answer the question, will help provide structure in the future on a method to guide my career as a social work

As part of the action research cycle analysis will facilitate a process of dialectic examination. Winter (1989) recognises that progress in action research depends upon a researcher’s ability to represent the theory itself along with a way of understanding it. Consequently, through the process of analysis I will endeavour to understand and explain the key findings from the data collected.