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''''Why do AR?'''' Many problems and solutions in classroom teaching are complex in nature and there is no 'quick fix'. AR researchers suugest that the reflection and solutions coming from the teachers themselves are very valuable. Doing AR well in a school creates a research culture whereby teachers actively reflect and intervene on a problem, its causes and suggest possible solutions. | ''''Why do AR?'''' Many problems and solutions in classroom teaching are complex in nature and there is no 'quick fix'. AR researchers suugest that the reflection and solutions coming from the teachers themselves are very valuable. Doing AR well in a school creates a research culture whereby teachers actively reflect and intervene on a problem, its causes and suggest possible solutions. | ||
''''What are the steps?'''' There are different types of action research. Here we are introducing a '''participatory | ''''What are the steps of AR?'''' There are different types of action research. Here we are introducing a '''participatory AR model''' that is suitable for improving practice in a collaborative way within a group of teachers. This begins with the group of teachers reflecting and discussing on the past, present and future possibilities of a particular teaching practice. The steps and illustrative example for each step are as follow: | ||
1. The group of teachers lists hopes and concerns for a ‘newer’ practice (based on certain beliefs and goals of teaching and learning). This may address a problem that teachers have observed of an ‘older’ practice. It is important to note that the identification of any ‘problem’ must take reference from teachers’ initial reflection and investigation (rather than being told by an external party). | 1. The group of teachers lists hopes and concerns for a ‘newer’ practice (based on certain beliefs and goals of teaching and learning). This may address a problem that teachers have observed of an ‘older’ practice. It is important to note that the identification of any ‘problem’ must take reference from teachers’ initial reflection and investigation (rather than being told by an external party). | ||
* E.g. ''A group of teachers | * E.g. ''A group of teachers came together to discuss on their observations that their grade three students cannot master the multiplication skills, despite their best attempts at explaining to them the concept. They reflected on their teaching method which was essentially writing down the multiplication table on the board. No other teaching resources or materials were used.'' | ||
2. After a literature review and/or reflecting on possible revisions of practice, teachers propose and try out the new practice and observe the preliminary effects on the students. | 2. After a literature review and/or reflecting on possible revisions of practice, teachers propose and try out the new practice and observe the preliminary effects on the students. | ||
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{{activity|Whole group discussion}} | {{activity|Whole group discussion}} | ||
Think about a new teaching and learning practice that you have learnt in these past months. How will participatory | Think about a new teaching and learning practice that you have learnt in these past months. How will participatory AR support your ongoing learning and updating of this new practice? | ||
OR | OR | ||
Think about a problem you would like to address together or a new form of interactive practice you would like to develop. How will | Think about a problem you would like to address together or a new form of interactive practice you would like to develop. How will AR support you? | ||
What kind of support will you need to carry out | What kind of support will you need to carry out AR? What methods will you use to collect evidence? What are your main concerns about using AR? | ||
{{ednote|text= There are actually many different models of | {{ednote|text= There are actually many different models of AR and it is impossible to go through the details in 10 mminutes. Try to encourage the participants to think about the possibilities, constraints and what they will like to find out more of action research. }} | ||
=Final ACTIVITY: Preparing a presentation = | =Final ACTIVITY: Preparing a presentation = | ||
