Action research is change orientated, its origin lies in a problem, or dilemma, or challenge being experienced in the workplace or community and the need to do something about it to resolve it. The module introduces students to the action research cycle and the issues involved in applying action research methodology. Contents:
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Action research, a methodological process of inquiry
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Action research principles and practice
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Starting an action research project
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Research considerations: validity, generalisability, reliability · Subjectivity and objectivity in research
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Critiquing: secondary sources and statistics
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Quantitative research methods, surveys, sampling and questionnaires
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Qualitative research methods, participant observation, interviews, focus groups and case studies
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