Action Research (5315)

In 5315 my educational journey continues down the path of change. Taking action to make change is often seen as a complex process. Though after reading Craig Mertler’s Action Research, I have found taking action very simple and flexible. The process doesn’t have to be set in stone and concrete. The process can be more flexible to meet the needs of the individual creating the action plan.

Action Research Stages

1. The Planning Stage
2. The Acting Stage
3. The Developing Stage
4. The Reflecting Stage

The Action Research Process

1. Identifying and limiting the topic
2. Gathering information
3. Reviewing the related literature
4. Developing a research plan
5. Implementing the plan and collecting data
6. Analyzing the data
7. Developing an Action Plan
8. Sharing and communicating the results
9. Reflecting on the process

Action Research Outline

The Literature Review

After contemplating what problems might be surrounding my innovation plan, my action research will be comparing asynchronous and synchronous learning. So I wanted to answer the following question.

“To what extent does asynchronous learning in a blended learning model impact student growth in comparison to synchronous learning in a blended learning model?”

Here are my findings after reviewing the literature currently out there on comparing asynchronous and synchronous learning.

Action Research Plan

 

Resources

Mertler, Craig A.. Action Research (NULL) (p. 37). SAGE Publications. Kindle Edition.