Action Research and Consulting
What is the difference between action research and consulting? How can action research justify its conclusions? Discuss the generalizability of participatory action research.
Action Research and Consulting share a focus on problem-solving but differ in approach, purpose, and involvement.
- Action Research:
- A collaborative, iterative process where researchers work alongside participants to identify issues, implement changes, and assess outcomes.
- Aims for systematic inquiry and continuous improvement within an organization or community.
- Rooted in theoretical frameworks, emphasizing reflection and learning.
- Consulting:
- Typically involves external experts providing advice and solutions without deep participant involvement.
- Focuses on short-term problem-solving, often prioritizing efficiency over collaborative learning.
- Less concerned with theory-building and more about delivering results based on industry expertise.
Justifying Conclusions in Action Research
Action research justifies its conclusions through:
- Triangulation: Using multiple data sources (e.g., interviews, surveys, observations) to validate findings…
Action Research and Consulting share a focus on problem-solving but differ in approach, purpose, and involvement.
- Action Research:
- A collaborative, iterative process where researchers work alongside participants to identify issues, implement changes, and assess outcomes.
- Aims for systematic inquiry and continuous improvement within an organization or community.
- Rooted in theoretical frameworks, emphasizing reflection and learning.
- Consulting:
- Typically involves external experts providing advice and solutions without deep participant involvement.
- Focuses on short-term problem-solving, often prioritizing efficiency over collaborative learning.
- Less concerned with theory-building and more about delivering results based on industry expertise.
Justifying Conclusions in Action Research
Action research justifies its conclusions through:
- Triangulation: Using multiple data sources (e.g., interviews, surveys, observations) to validate findings…
Action Research and Consulting share a focus on problem-solving but differ in approach, purpose, and involvement.
- Action Research:
- A collaborative, iterative process where researchers work alongside participants to identify issues, implement changes, and assess outcomes.
- Aims for systematic inquiry and continuous improvement within an organization or community.
- Rooted in theoretical frameworks, emphasizing reflection and learning.
- Consulting:
- Typically involves external experts providing advice and solutions without deep participant involvement.
- Focuses on short-term problem-solving, often prioritizing efficiency over collaborative learning.
- Less concerned with theory-building and more about delivering results based on industry expertise.
Justifying Conclusions in Action Research
Action research justifies its conclusions through:
- Triangulation: Using multiple data sources (e.g., interviews, surveys, observations) to validate findings…
