Willis, Jerry W.
Action Research: Models, Methods, and Examples (Applied Research in Education and the Social Sciences)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781623966553
- author:
- Willis, Jerry W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Information Age Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 342
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Education, Research,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Action Research Models, Methods, and Examples by Jerry W. Willis and Claudia Edwards provides an in-depth exploration of the history, foundations, and basics of conducting action research projects. This book covers the origins of action research, its various methods and models, including participatory action research, emancipatory action research, design-based action research, and collaborative inquiry. The second part of the book illustrates the diverse ways action research is practiced today, from individual personal professional development to changing policies and practices in large organizations and systems. With a range of specific methods detailed, this book offers valuable insights into the practical applications of action research. By examining both the history and current practice of action research, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of its value and potential for developing solutions to real-world problems and improving our understanding of important issues in communities, schools, businesses, and organizations.