Action research

Action research is an investigation or inquiry initiated to solve a specific problem or a reflective processes to improve the educational practices of the teacher who is going to initiate the action research. It provides them immediately results and opportunities to understand and examine their own practices. 

The aim of an action researcher is to bring about development in his/her practice by analysing existing practice and identifying elements for change or improving their strategies, practices and knowledge. 

We have to follow the following stages: 

• Planning
• Acting
• Observing
• Reflecting

Action research can help teachers feel in control of their own professional situation.