Action research in contemporary educational contexts

This unit sets out to actively transform the educator into a researcher, through the creation of opportunities to use learning contexts as sites to research and to apply research.  Intended to empower the educator, as both a teacher and a scholar, the unit will develop relevant and contemporary ideas that impact on teaching and learning within 21st century educational contexts. Initiated by a review of current literature involving action research, the unit will also build skill, enhancing professional output through a strengthening of practice.  As part of the process, the unit will require you to select an area of focus, consider relevant theories, develop sound research questions relating to the inquiry, reflect on appropriate methodologies and design a plan of research suitable to your interest and professional profile.  It is envisaged that engagement in action research will build more reflective practice, encourage progress and evaluation of learning and teaching programs, build strong professional cultures and enhance scholarship in the field.