Discussion Question #1

Compare the two types of educational research, traditional educational research and action research. What are the advantages and disadvantages of teachers using these types of research in their classrooms or schools?

Discussion Question #2

Describe the two broad categories of research methods, quantitative and qualitative. How might one of these be used by classroom teachers for the purpose of action research? How might they be used together?

Discussion Question #3

Reflection is an essential part of the teaching process. Give your own example of reflective teaching and how you plan to use this in your action research.

Discussion Question #4

How can action research be used successfully in the educational setting? Is there a particular model that may work better than others? How will you use one or more of these models to develop your own action research?

Discussion Question #5

Define rigor. Then describe what you intend to do during your action research to increase the rigor of your action research.