How schools are using action research on practical work, new technologies and research and development to improve student outcomes
Issue 351 | Page 57 | Published Dec 2013
Description
Three methods from different schools illustrate how the cyclic process of action research can be used to develop teaching skills. The importance of learning from successful and unsuccessful lessons or parts of lessons is emphasised as the basis for development and improvement. This process can be carried out on an individual basis but development is often more effective by working in groups.
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