Defining Action Research
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What is one of the key features associated with action research, as indicated by Carr and Kemmis (1986)?

  • Enhancing scientific knowledge
  • Maximizing social justice (correct)
  • Controlling variables
  • Creating identities

According to Grundy (1987), what aspect of society does action research focus on improving?

  • Social conditions of existence (correct)
  • Economic conditions
  • Political dynamics
  • Technological advancements

How do Kemmis and McTaggart (1992) suggest action research impacts individuals?

  • Reduces disposition toward reflection
  • Broadens views on teaching, schooling, and society (correct)
  • Narrows views on teaching and society
  • Decreases awareness of classroom issues

What is a common aspect of action research based on Hult and Lennung (1980) and McKernan (1991)?

<p>Utilizing feedback in an ongoing cyclical process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is associated with the methodology of action research?

<p>Formative nature allowing alterations during the process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant purpose of action research based on the text?

<p>Contributing to a science of education (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Corey (1953), how does action research help practitioners?

<p>By enabling a scientific study of problems to improve decision-making and practice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hopkins (1985) suggest is the essence of action research?

<p>A combination of action and reflection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ebbutt (1985) define action research?

<p>A systematic study combining action, reflection, and a goal of improving practice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of action research according to Cohen and Manion (1994)?

<p>Small-scale interventions with a close examination of their effects on practice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Kemmis and McTaggart (1992) describe the process of doing action research?

<p>Careful planning, acting, observing, and reflecting in a systematic and rigorous manner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Corey (1953) emphasize as the essence of rigorous action research?

<p>Studying problems scientifically to evaluate, improve, and steer decision-making and practice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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