Unit 6: Action Research

Activity 1: Action Research

Part A: Reflection

Reflection

“Action research is a research methodology that aims to create positive change at the research site through continuous cycles of action and reflection” (Kemmis, 2009).

Researchers divide the project into multiple phases marked by critical planning and action. It can be used by social researchers to create social change within a community or teachers to improve the teaching and learning practices in an educational institution.

Part B: Watch the Video and Respond to the Question

Watch the Video and Respond to the Question

Watch the video below about action research. What does the process of conducting an action research study entail?

Part C: Watching for the Details

Watching for the Details

Watch the video again and answer the detailed questions below.

Video: What is action research? (2:25)

Part D: Critical Thinking Question

Critical Thinking

Cartoon figure of 6 lightbulbs hanging from threads. Third one is yellow.

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