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Teachers in action.
Abstract
Action research bridges the gap between theory and practice in education by empowering the teachers as the primary investigators. This study examines a semester long project in which second year teachers implemented classroom-based research endeavors in their classrooms while taking part in a graduate class. The researcher shares teacher-selected topics, challenges, and findings from the projects. Benefits of having teachers participate in action research projects in a supportive environment are shared.
Introduction
Often research about classrooms and schools is implemented by researchers outside of K-12 settings. While these findings ...
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Source: HighBeam Research, Teachers in action.