Action Research from an International Perspective: Different Examples of Educational Reform

Author: Sandra Hollingsworth
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book is a collection of papers that provides insights into action research through examples. In this book, authors from different countries contribute practical experiences and theoretical reflections on conducting educational action research in the contexts of their respective countries. From diverse perspectives, they present compelling discussions on various themes (the development of action research in different countries, action research and the individual, action research and professional development, action research and social progress, action research and research methodology) in different fields (teacher education, early childhood education, social work education, children's education), with many unique insights. It is believed that this book will provide a valuable reference for Chinese educational researchers and practitioners to understand and apply action research.