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What is Action Research?

by Dr. Greg Waddell on Sep 02, 2007

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A brief definition and explanation of Action Research

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Definitions: Action research is the process of posing a question (a doubt, question, dilemma, problem, challenge), gathering data, reflecting on that data, and making decisions about a course of action. Does NOT mean extracting information about a certain topic from an encyclopedia. Does NOT mean simply solving a problem.
Definitions: Action research is the process of posing a question (a doubt, question, dilemma, problem, challenge), gathering data, reflecting on that data, and making decisions about a course of action. Does NOT mean extracting information about a certain topic from an encyclopedia. Does NOT mean simply solving a problem.
Definitions: Action research is the process of posing a question (a doubt, question, dilemma, problem, challenge), gathering data, reflecting on that data, and making decisions about a course of action. Does NOT mean extracting information about a certain topic from an encyclopedia. Does NOT mean simply solving a problem.
Definitions: Action research is the process of posing a question (a doubt, question, dilemma, problem, challenge), gathering data, reflecting on that data, and making decisions about a course of action. Does NOT mean extracting information about a certain topic from an encyclopedia. Does NOT mean simply solving a problem.
Definitions: Action research is the process of posing a question (a doubt, question, dilemma, problem, challenge), gathering data, reflecting on that data, and making decisions about a course of action. Does NOT mean extracting information about a certain topic from an encyclopedia. Does NOT mean simply solving a problem.
It is the investigation of the effects of certain actions that move us toward new actions (Lewin, 1946). It is a series of "spiral steps, each of which constitutes a circle of planning , action , and searching for data about the results of that action.
It is the investigation of the effects of certain actions that move us toward new actions (Lewin, 1946). It is a series of "spiral steps, each of which constitutes a circle of planning , action , and searching for data about the results of that action.
It is the investigation of the effects of certain actions that move us toward new actions (Lewin, 1946). It is a series of "spiral steps, each of which constitutes a circle of planning , action , and searching for data about the results of that action.
It is looking for solution for the purpose of learning. Action Research is the search for knowledge within the context of an effort to improve the quality and productivity of the organization. Typically, it is designed by the same people who are analyzing the date to improve their own performance (Learning Point Associated, 2004).
It is looking for solution for the purpose of learning. Action Research is the search for knowledge within the context of an effort to improve the quality and productivity of the organization. Typically, it is designed by the same people who are analyzing the date to improve their own performance (Learning Point Associated, 2004).
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
A Spiral Process
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Kurt Lewin--el autor del concepto--dice que el problema no debe ser una "cosa" sino un "proceso" (1948). Se observa la frecuencia de un fenómeno dentro de cierto período. Luego, se toma cierta acción para cambiar esa frecuencia (aumentarla o bajarla). Le meta de una investigación, entonces, es afectar (cambiar) dicho proceso. Son importantes: son desafíos que son importantes para la organización y para su gente. Son complejos: La solución de es obvio. Son multifuncionales: La solución afecta a las personas de todos los departamentos. Abarcan temas difíciles: Son problemas sociales tanto como técnicos. Son orientados a la acción: La meta no es simplemente analizar, sino hacer algo. Resisten estructura: Los participantes no solo tienen que solucionar un problema, tiene que definirlo y reformularlo. Suelen rendir sorpresas: Ni los datos, no los resultados son predecibles. -- Garvin, 2000, p. 123.
Three basic activities must take place during implementation: During the implementation phase, it is important that participants collect the data that will form the basis of the reflection of the next step.
Three basic activities must take place during implementation: During the implementation phase, it is important that participants collect the data that will form the basis of the reflection of the next step.
Three basic activities must take place during implementation: During the implementation phase, it is important that participants collect the data that will form the basis of the reflection of the next step.
A cycle of action and reflection is at the heart of action research (Bourner, et al., 2000).
A cycle of action and reflection is at the heart of action research (Bourner, et al., 2000).
Often teams don't make information available to the rest of the organization, and this knowledge ends up lost when certain individuals leave or when the team disbands. To avoid this, the information must be captured and institutionalized--a process that includes a range of activities to normalize, codify, and store knowledge. Certain types of information, like the history of the organization, its legends, and other forms of discourse, must be embedded into the culture of the organization.
Often teams don't make information available to the rest of the organization, and this knowledge ends up lost when certain individuals leave or when the team disbands. To avoid this, the information must be captured and institutionalized--a process that includes a range of activities to normalize, codify, and store knowledge. Certain types of information, like the history of the organization, its legends, and other forms of discourse, must be embedded into the culture of the organization.
Often teams don't make information available to the rest of the organization, and this knowledge ends up lost when certain individuals leave or when the team disbands. To avoid this, the information must be captured and institutionalized--a process that includes a range of activities to normalize, codify, and store knowledge. Certain types of information, like the history of the organization, its legends, and other forms of discourse, must be embedded into the culture of the organization.
Often teams don't make information available to the rest of the organization, and this knowledge ends up lost when certain individuals leave or when the team disbands. To avoid this, the information must be captured and institutionalized--a process that includes a range of activities to normalize, codify, and store knowledge. Certain types of information, like the history of the organization, its legends, and other forms of discourse, must be embedded into the culture of the organization.

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What is Action Research? — Presentation Transcript

What isAction Research?
Dr. Greg WaddellDirector of Institutional Improvement Mid-South Christian College
According to the experts . . . it is . . .
“a cycle
“a cycle of posing questions,
“a cycle of posing questions, gathering data,
“a cycle of posing questions, gathering data, reflection,
“a cycle of posing questions, gathering data, reflection, & deciding on a course of action.”Eileen Ferrance, "Action Research," Providence, RI: The EducationAlliance, 2000, available fromwww.alliance.brown.edu/pubs/themes_ed/act_research.pdf
Kurt Lewin described it as a process of ... Planning Kurt Lewin, "Action Research & Minority Problems," Journal of Social Issues 2, no. 4 (1946): 34-46.
Kurt Lewin described it as a process of ... Planning Action, Kurt Lewin, "Action Research & Minority Problems," Journal of Social Issues 2, no. 4 (1946): 34-46.
Kurt Lewin described it as a process of ... Planning Action, and Searching Kurt Lewin, "Action Research & Minority Problems," Journal of Social Issues 2, no. 4 (1946): 34-46.
Learning Point Associates(http://www.learningpt.org/)define it as . . .
“Inquiry orresearch in thecontext of focused efforts toimprove the quality of anorganization and itsperformance.”
It is a cyclical process …
You start out with a problem. Problem P
You design a potential solution. Problem Design D P
You take action on your solution. Problem Design D A Action P
You reflect on the results. Problem Design D A Action P Reflection R
You capture the learning. Problem Design D A Action P Reflection R Capture C
Then, you repeat the process. D A Problem P Design D A Action P Reflection R Capture R C C
Again and again … P D A P D A Problem P Design D A Action P Reflection R Capture R C R C C
First,you need a good problem
A Good Problem is ... important
A Good Problem is ... complex
A Good Problem is ... multi-functional
A Good Problem ...asks difficult questions
A Good Problem ... demands action
A Good Problem ... resists structure
A Good Problem . . . leads to
A Good Problem . . . leads to surprises
Action Researchrequires that weREFRAMEthe problem
by looking atit in different contexts
from different perspectives
as a part ofa largersystem
by makingcomparisons
by applyingthe problem to different groups
As You Implement the Plan . . . Control the progress
As You Implement the Plan . . . Control the progress Collect the data (evidence)
As You Implement the Plan . . . Control the progress Collect the data (evidence) Present periodic reports
Another essential element ofAction Research is . . .
“A cycle of action and reflection is the heart of action learning.”Tom Bourner, Alan Cooper and Linda France, "Action Learning Across a UniversityCommunity," Innovations in Education & Training International 37, no. 1 (2000): 2-9.available from Academic Search Premier, EBSCOhost (accessed December 20,2006).
Reflection is . . . A process of entering into “dialogue based on the data collected and [being] guided by a systemic framework to discover the root causes of the organizations problems.”Michael Beer, Russell A. Eisenstat and Burt Spector, "Why Change Programs DontProduce Change," Harvard Business Review, November-December, 1990, 158-66;available from EBSCOhost.
What did we intend to do?These questions are used by the U.S. Army for their After-ActionReviews. Garvin, 2000, p. 107.
What actually happened?
Why did this happen?
What are we going to do the next time?
Lastly, we need to capture the learning
Information mustbe captured andthen madeinstitutional--
Information mustbe captured andthen madeinstitutional--
Information must be captured and then made institutional--a process thatinvolves recordingand storing thelearning in a way thatis accessible toothers.
In a nutshell . . .Action Researchseeks to accomplishtwo goals:
In a nutshell . . .Action Researchseeks to accomplishtwo goals:1. Stimulate Learning and
In a nutshell . . .Action Researchseeks to accomplishtwo goals:1. Stimulate Learning and2. Make a Difference.
For more information contact Dr. Waddell at . . .GregWaddell@LeadStrategic.com Check out his blog at www.LeadStrategic.com
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