Action Research Questions

Which of the following best explains why action research emerged in educational settings?

• To replace quantitative and experimental research methods

• To allow researchers to generalize findings across large populations

• To bridge the gap between theoretical research and classroom practice

• To reduce the role of teachers in educational decision-making

Which characteristic most clearly distinguishes action research from traditional educational research?

• A. It relies solely on quantitative data

• B. It is conducted by external academic researchers

• C. It emphasizes large-scale generalizability

• D. It is practitioner-led and focused on improving local practice

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

• A. Linear and fixed

• B. Cyclical and reflective

• C. Random and informal

• D. Experimental and laboratory-based

Reconnaissance in action research refers to:

• A. Final evaluation of results

• B. Preliminary gathering of background information

• C. Implementation of the action plan

• D. Writing the research report

Which technique helps ensure rigor by using more than one data source?

• A. Member checking

• B. Prolonged engagement

• C. Triangulation

• D. Reflection

What is the main purpose of an action plan in action research?

• A. To describe the research background

• B. To apply research findings and improve practice

• C. To collect new theoretical data

• D. To generalize results to a larger population

democratic, equitable, liberating, and life enhancing are the characteristics of practical action research

• A. true

• B. false

in fact, when the lecturer says:

“any volunteers?”
Students suddenly become…

• A. Very confident

• B. Invisible

• C. Excited

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  D. Curious