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ACTION RESEARCH
Presented by,
Divya Lakshmi P
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Action research is
a proccss for
studying problems
scientifically to
make decision for
improving their
current practices.
Stephen. M.Corey has applicd
this concept first time in
education.
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Definition of Action Research
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According to Halsey(1972), Action Research is described as
" Small scale intervention in functioning of the real world and
close examination of the effects of such intervention".
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Objectives of Action Research
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To solve immediate classroom problems.
To improve teaching and learning.
To identify students' learning difficulties.
To develop effective teaching strategies.
To improve the quality of education.
To support informed decision-making.
To encourage teachers' professional development.
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Characteristics of Action Research
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Problem-solving in nature.
Conducted in a real classroom setting.
Focuses on local issues.
Practical and flexible.
Cyclical process.
Conducted by teachers or practitioners.
Results are immediately applicable.
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Steps of Action Research
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1. Identification of the problem.
2. Definition and delimiting the problem.
3. Analysing the causes of the problem.
4.Formulating the Action Hypothesis.
5.Design for Testing the Action Hypothesis.
6.Conclusion of Action Research
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IDENTIFICATION OF THE PROBLEM
The teacher identifies a problem faced in the classroom.
The problem should be related to teaching and learning.
The teacher should understand the seriousness and importance of the problem.
The problem should be clearly identified from the broader area.
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DEFINITION AND DELIMATING THE PROBLEM
After identifying the problem, it is clearly defined.
The problem is limited to a specific class, subject, group and period.
This makes the research more focused and manageable.
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ANALYSISING THE CAUSES OF THE PROBLEM
The teacher tries to find out why the problem occurs.
Different possible causes are studied.
The teacher may use observation, interviews, tests or discussions to identify the
causes.
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FORMULATING THE ACTION HYPOTHESES
The teacher develops a possible solution to the problem.
This expected solution is called an action hypothesis.
It predicts what may happen if a particular action is taken.
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DESIGN FOR TESTING THE ACTION
HYPOTHESES
The teacher prepares a plan to test the hypothesis.
Appropriate activities, teaching methods and materials are selected.
The teacher implements the planned action.
Students' progress is observed and assessed
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CONCLUSION OF ACTION RESEARCH
The teacher analyses the results of the action.
The results are compared with the initial situation.
The teacher decides whether the action was effective or not.
Finally, suitable suggestions or further actions are made.
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Importance of Action Research
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Improves classroom practices.
Enhances students' learning outcomes.
Promotes reflective teaching.
Encourages innovation in teaching.
Supports continuous professional growth.
Helps in making evidence-based decisions.
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Advantages
Disadvantage
Easy to conduct.
Limited to a specific setting.
Solves real classroom problems.
Small sample size.
Improves teaching effectiveness.
Findings cannot be generalized.
Immediate application of
findings.
Time-consuming.
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Thankyou......