ACTION RESEARCH

What is the primary objective of an action research?

• To develop theoretical frameworks

• To conduct surveys and collect data

• To address real-world problems and bring about positive change

• To publish research papers in academic journals

What is the primary objective of an action research?

• To develop theoretical frameworks

• To conduct surveys and collect data

• To address real-world problems and bring about positive change

• To publish research papers in academic journals

Action Research is...

(click all that apply)

• Practical

• Empowering

• Isolating

• Participative

Which type of action research places a strong emphasis on the active involvement and leadership of community members?

• Practical Action Research

• Participatory Action Research

• Collaborative Action Research

• Educational Action Research

The main steps involved in conducting action research include:

 

• Literature review, data analysis, and conclusion drawing

   

• Problem identification, action planning, data collection, and reflection

   

• Surveys, experiments, and statistical analysis

• Hypothesis testing, data validation, and reporting

How do researchers ensure ethical considerations in action research involving human participants?

 

• By excluding vulnerable populations from the study

   

• By obtaining informed consent and protecting participants' confidentiality

   

• By publishing research findings without sharing participants' identities

   

• By minimizing community involvement to avoid ethical dilemmas

Which of the following is a potential limitation of action research?

• Difficulty in obtaining funding for the project

• Lack of community engagement

• Limited opportunities for publication in academic journals

• Potential biases introduced by researchers' subjectivity

How can action research contribute to advocacy efforts and social justice?

• By focusing on theoretical concepts and frameworks

• By promoting academic debates and discussions

• By actively involving stakeholders in decision-making and bringing about policy changes

• By avoiding collaboration with community members to maintain objectivity

Which type of action research aims to bring about immediate and practical changes within a specific context?

• Collaborative Action Research

• Participatory Action Research

• Practical Action Research

• Critical Action Research

Which research role do researchers often take in practical action research?

• Facilitator

• Collaborator

• Observer

• Decision-maker