Read the following articles about action research:
?Action Research Fosters Empowerment and Learning Committees"
Themes in education: Action research.
?Supporting Technology Integration Through Action Research?
?Practical Strategies for Facilitating Classroom Teachers? Involvement in Action Research?

In this discussion forum, answer the following questions:
What is your definition and/or understanding of action research?
What are the benefits of and barriers to action research?
Do you see the value of conducting classroom-based inquiries?
What are three questions you have about action research?