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Action research is an approach to research, often considered a methodology, where researchers enquire into their own attempts to develop and improve their professional practice. Commonly used by teachers, nurses, etc.

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Author: Keith

Former school and college science teacher, teacher educator, research supervisor, and research methods lecturer. Emeritus Professor of Science Education at the University of Cambridge.