Action research

What is the primary purpose of action research?

• To test new theories

• To provide solutions to immediate problems

• To generate extensive statistical data

• To review existing literature on a topic

Which of the following best describes the cyclical nature of action research?

• Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion

• Plan, Act, Observe, Reflect

• Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion

• Research, Development, Application, Analysis

What is a key characteristic that distinguishes action research from other types of research?

• It focuses solely on qualitative data

• It is conducted in controlled laboratory settings

• It aims to bring about practical change

• It avoids using theoretical frameworks

What does PAR stand for?

• Pragmatic Action Research

• Participatory Action Research

• Problematic Action Research

• Practical Action Research

Complete the following by filling in the blank:

"A threefold typology of action research can be constructed which comprises technical, practical, and _______ interests".

• social

• political

• emancipatory

• actional

What is an ethical issue that action research should address?

• 1. The need to seek approval and clearance for the research.

• It commences with explicit social and political intentions.

• Seek improvements through collective action and critical reflection.

• It is central to action research because the researchers are also the participants and practitioners in the action research.

What is a key ethical principle for action research?

• 1. Controlling and prescriptive.

• It must lead to transformation.

• Respect for all participants, in whatever roles, as ‘full members’ of the action research group.

• Transform social formations, structures, and practices.

What is reflexivity?

• Promotes critical and self-critical inquiry.

• It is an integral element and epistemological basis of emancipatory action research.

• Emphasizes group decision-making and ownership of the research process.

• Involves diagnosis, action, and reflection on practical, changeable issues.

Which are two of the principles for the validation of action research?

• Shared values, and goals.

• Democratic and consensual decision-making.

• Equitable selection and inclusion of participants.

• Historical continuity and Dialectics.

Which of the following corresponds to one characteristic of participatory action research?

• It is a social process that focuses on the relationship between individuals and their social environment.

• 1. The increased workload on participants is likely to come with action research.

• Orientation to a common interest ascertained without deception.

• Encourages individual and group-based initiatives.