Promoting Change Through Action Research

Author : Franz Rauch,Angela Schuster,Thomas Stern,Maria Pribila,Andrew Townsend
Publisher : Springer
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789462098039

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Promoting Change through Action Research by Franz Rauch,Angela Schuster,Thomas Stern,Maria Pribila,Andrew Townsend Pdf

“Bringing a different world into existence – Action Research as a trigger for innovations” was the overarching theme and vision of the international CARN Conference 2011 in Vienna. The chapters in this book are drawn mainly from conference contributions. The authors share practical knowledge which has arisen from their work, and reflect on development processes in schools, in teacher education and professional development, social work, social peda¬gogy, health care and community development. This book offers what some critics believe has been missing in recent action research literature, namely first person accounts of action researchers who endeavour to change working conditions and social relations in their environment through the conduct of action research. This book is also distinguished by assembling contributions from people who are linking action research to a broad diversity of differing contexts, and who are exploring topics or issues across various applications of action research.

Author : Bill Atweh,Stephen Kemmis,Patricia Weeks
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Action research in education
ISBN : 0415171512

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Action Research in Practice by Bill Atweh,Stephen Kemmis,Patricia Weeks Pdf

Action Research in Practice presents a collection of stories from action research projects in schools and a university. Topics include discussing action research, social research and partnerships in research.

Author : Wang, Viktor
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-16
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781799876014

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Promoting Qualitative Research Methods for Critical Reflection and Change by Wang, Viktor Pdf

The philosophical foundation of emancipatory knowledge lies in critical theory. In this paradigm, instrumental and communicative knowledge are not rejected but are limited. If we do not question current scientific and social theories and accepted truths, we may never realize how we are constrained by their inevitable distortions and errors. Without the possibility of critical questioning of ourselves and our beliefs, such constraining knowledge can be accepted by entire cultures. The research paradigm that is relevant for constructing this kind of knowledge is the critical paradigm. Data are always qualitative and have specific methods of research. Quantitative research unquestionably has a place and is fundamental to scientific advances, but qualitative research delves into what it is to be human. Through qualitative research, we gain insight into communicative knowledge, its rich nature, and the mechanisms by which communicative knowledge is formed and interpreted. Qualitative research enables the necessary exploration and critical analysis of social systems and uncovers and facilitates critical reflections on the inevitable assumptions, which shape social behavior and interaction, thereby stimulating and empowering change. Promoting Qualitative Research Methods for Critical Reflection and Change provides readers with a comprehensive array of qualitative research methods, which can be implemented in a variety of contexts for a variety of purposes. The chapters explore the impact, uses, and methodologies for qualitative research across various fields of research. This book is ideal for practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students interested in the use of qualitative research methods.

Author : John Elliot
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1991-04-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780335231492

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Action Research for Educational Change by John Elliot Pdf

This book is concerned with action research as a form of teacher professional development. In it, John Elliot traces the historical emergence and current significance of action research in schools. He examines action research as a "cultural innovation" with transformative possibilities for both the professional culture of teachers and teacher educators in academia and explores how action research can be a form of creative resistance to the technical rationality underpinning government policy. He explains the role of action research in the specific contexts of the national curriculum, teacher appraisal and competence-based teacher training.

Author : Ortrun Zuber-Skerritt,Lesley Wood
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781787695375

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Action Learning and Action Research by Ortrun Zuber-Skerritt,Lesley Wood Pdf

Action Learning and Action Research deepens understanding and contributes to new knowledge about the theory, practice and processes of Action Learning (AL) and Action Research. It clarifies what constitutes AL/AR in its many forms and what it is not.

Author : Paul Parkin
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-05-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781412922593

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Managing Change in Healthcare by Paul Parkin Pdf

The management of change in the context of new policy directives and agendas is a critical issue for healthcare practitioners. All professionals – not just managers - need to develop and implement new services designed to bring patients into the centre of healthcare delivery. This book looks at the leadership, interpersonal, and management skills needed to manage such change effectively within multi-professional healthcare settings.

Author : Karin Rönnerman,Petri Salo
Publisher : Springer
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789462097223

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Lost in Practice: Transforming Nordic Educational Action Research by Karin Rönnerman,Petri Salo Pdf

Lost in Practice offers a further development of the notion of Nordic educational action research (as described in a earlier volume Nurturing praxis 2008), aiming to deepen and enrich understandings of the Nordic educational tradition and its various practices. It explores Nordic traditions and theories, such as bildung, practical knowledge regime and translation theory, with the aim of furthering a seminal conversation between practice theory and action research. Furthermore it illuminates the use of these theories in the context of Nordic countries by presenting a number of case studies on professional development practices, in which specific forms and arenas for enhancing dialogue and meaning making are in focus. The practices of study and research circles, peer group mentoring and dialogue conferences, as developed in the Nordic countries throughout the 20th century, are presented and discussed, both in terms of established traditions and of practices of collaborative development. The book also reflect on the “regional” traditions and educational practices in the Nordic countries are reflected on in the third part of the book. The volume addresses teachers at all levels in the educational system, particularly those who are interested in understanding educational action research and furthering collaborative forms of professional development, based on insights from different traditions for understanding and furthering the development of educational practices without getting lost.

Author : Eileen Piggot-Irvine,Lesley Ferkins,Wendy Rowe,Shankar Sankaran
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000336481

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The Evaluative Study of Action Research by Eileen Piggot-Irvine,Lesley Ferkins,Wendy Rowe,Shankar Sankaran Pdf

The Evaluative Study of Action Research presents all eight published papers as part of the six-year, global, Evaluative Study of Action Research (ESAR) in one volume. The study sought to enhance the academic rigour of Action Research (AR) and provide greater evidence of its impact. This research contained in this book shows, in a cohesive way, how the ESAR exemplifies original research incorporating new methodologies to create new knowledge. An Evaluative AR framework and indicators were created for initial qualitative data collection with six initial case studies using interviews, survey, documentary analysis, and Goal Attainment Scaling methods. The initial study was followed by a large-scale mixed method survey with 174 projects from across the globe. Almost all projects exhibited positive elements linked to AR precursors (focus clarification, stakeholder engagement, funding), processes (phased, planned yet flexible activity, data collection and analysis, ongoing collaboration and leadership), and outcomes/impacts (change, knowledge mobilisation and continuing action). The results of the ESAR, elaborated in this volume, offer important indications for how to create the sort of respectful engagement that is required for collective strength in solution based, innovative, change. This book will be a valuable resource for: action researchers throughout the world; postgraduate research students, academics and libraries; evaluators; and anyone in communities who wishes to know how to create sustainable change.

Author : Daniel Selener
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Action research
ISBN : 997895130X

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Participatory Action Research and Social Change by Daniel Selener Pdf

Author : Allan Feldman,Herbert Altrichter,Peter Posch,Bridget Somekh
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-26
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781315398808

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Teachers Investigate Their Work by Allan Feldman,Herbert Altrichter,Peter Posch,Bridget Somekh Pdf

Now in its third edition, Teachers Investigate Their Work introduces both the theoretical concepts and the practical methods necessary for readers wishing to develop their action research. Drawing from studies carried out by teachers and other professionals, as well as from the authors’ own international practical experience, the book provides detail on multiple educational contexts from primary education to university training and beyond. It contains over 50 practical methods and strategies to put into action, and explores key areas, such as: the purpose, roots, and varieties of action research collaborating with a critical friend, research participants, or your peers choosing a data collection method observing and documenting situations making sense of your data action research for professional development. This key text also provides crucial tools, such as: a simple ‘quick start’ nine step guide a toolbox for producing written reports a criteria for guiding the quality of action research. A concise yet thorough introduction to action research, Teachers Investigate Their Work is an essential, practical, and easily accessible handbook for teachers, senior staff, and researchers who want to engage in innovation and improve their practice.

Author : Glenda Mac Naughton,Patrick Hughes
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780335236848

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Doing Action Research in Early Childhood Studies by Glenda Mac Naughton,Patrick Hughes Pdf

Are you worried about doing your early years action research project? Does the thought of choosing the right research question feel daunting? Are you concerned about the challenges you might face? If you answer 'yes' to any of these questions, then this is the book for you! Written in a lively and accessible style, this is the essential step-by-step guide to conducting your own action research project. The book introduces and evaluates different approaches to action research and explores how they can be applied in early childhood settings to create positive change and to improve practice. Using varied illustrations and case studies of contemporary projects in diverse early childhood contexts, the book addresses specific issues and challenges that you might face when conducting action research in such settings. Each chapter offers gentle guidance and support at a specific stage of the research process, from choosing your initial topic to formulating your research question, through to sharing the lessons of your project. The book's key features include: 16 'Steps' that walk you through the process of conducting your action research project References to real life research projects to illustrate key ideas, themes, practices and debates Advice on creating an action research journal, with sample extracts 'Thinking Boxes' in each chapter to encourage you to review and reflect on the chapter's contents as you plan your research project Checklists in each chapter of key concepts, processes and themes, together with further resources The authors explore some difficult issues associated with action research, including ethics, rigour, validity, critical reflection, and social and professional change. They show that there is more than one 'right' way to perform an action research project and advise you how to choose an approach that is appropriate for your particular interests and circumstances. Doing Action Research in Early Childhood Studies is an essential resource for students and practitioners of early childhood studies.

Author : David Coghlan,Teresa Brannick
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473904095

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Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization by David Coghlan,Teresa Brannick Pdf

The Fourth Edition of this best-selling book is packed full of practical, expert advice on how to navigate the murky waters of ethics, politics and management in your own organization. Multidisciplinary in its approach to action research, the book sets out a step-by-step template for researchers to follow and adapt. Coghlan and Brannick: Introduce and contextualize action research as a method Provide guidance on how to design and implement your action research project Explore interlevel dynamics Discuss role duality and access Suggest effective ways to analyze your data Provide helpful tips on how to disseminate your findings. The book and supporting companion website are the ideal resource for students, researchers and practitioners hoping to generate real change through their action research project and will be particularly relevant to those studying Business and Management, Nursing and Health, Education and Sociology.

Author : Ernest T. Stringer,Alfredo Ortiz Aragón
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781544355924

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Action Research by Ernest T. Stringer,Alfredo Ortiz Aragón Pdf

Action Research is an invaluable guide to both novice and experienced researchers from a diversity of disciplines, backgrounds, and levels of study for understanding how action research works in real-life contexts. The Fifth Edition builds on the experiences of the authors by acknowledging the dramatic changes taking place in our everyday lives, including developments of social and digital media that have become central to modern life. Author Ernest T. Stringer and new co-author Alfredo Ortiz Aragón aim to provide a meaningful methodology arising from their extensive field experience for both students and practitioners. Presenting research that produces practical, effective, and sustainable outcomes to real-world problems, Action Research helps students see the value of their research in a broader context, beyond academia, to effecting change on a larger scale. Additional resources can be found at the authors’ website

Author : John Kenneth Davies,Gordon MacDonald,Gordon Macdonald
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2002-01-22
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781134681426

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Quality, Evidence and Effectiveness in Health Promotion by John Kenneth Davies,Gordon MacDonald,Gordon Macdonald Pdf

Health Promotion is a growth area - there are a growing number of health promotion modules on Health Sciences, Nursing and Sociology courses Gordon Macdonald is a best-selling author and very well known in his field

Author : David Coghlan,Mary Brydon-Miller
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 904 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-11
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781473907324

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The SAGE Encyclopedia of Action Research by David Coghlan,Mary Brydon-Miller Pdf

Action research is a term used to describe a family of related approaches that integrate theory and action with a goal of addressing important organizational, community, and social issues together with those who experience them. It focuses on the creation of areas for collaborative learning and the design, enactment and evaluation of liberating actions through combining action and research, reflection and action in an ongoing cycle of cogenerative knowledge. While the roots of these methodologies go back to the 1940s, there has been a dramatic increase in research output and adoption in university curricula over the past decade. This is now an area of high popularity among academics and researchers from various fields—especially business and organization studies, education, health care, nursing, development studies, and social and community work. The SAGE Encyclopedia of Action Research brings together the many strands of action research and addresses the interplay between these disciplines by presenting a state-of-the-art overview and comprehensive breakdown of the key tenets and methods of action research as well as detailing the work of key theorists and contributors to action research. To watch a video of editor David Coghlan discuss the importance of this major reference work as well as the implications, challenges and successes of editing The SAGE Encyclopedia of Action Research, click here: http://youtu.be/P6YqCdZCZCs