Originally formulated by social psychologist Kurt Lewin, Action Research is a disciplined method for intentional learning from experience.
Action Research is a type of applied research characterised by intervention in real world systems followed by close scrutiny of the effects. The aim of Action Research is to improve practice and it is typically conducted by a combined team of practitioners and researchers.
The Action Research cycle:
Data Collection > Evaluation > Action > Critical Reflection > Data Collection > Evaluation.....
Action Research is also a British charity organisation.
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