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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
According to Nunan, which of the following is NOT a major characteristic in the definition of action research?
A
It is carried out by practitioners (eg:classroom teacher).
B
It is aimed at changing things.
C
It is carried out by using of oral interviews.
D
It is collaborative.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hence, the building of theories and principles is the main characteristic of Fundamental Research and not Action Research.

Detailed explanation-2: -Implementation of an action for improvement to individual practice; The use of data collection on the action; A review of the action through consideration of data; The identification of further opportunities for improving intervention.

Detailed explanation-3: -Action research is a collaborative approach to working in schools by teachers committed to improving their teaching for the benefit of all students. For our purpose action research has these three key elements: operational or technical, collaboration, and critical reflection.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four basic stages in the cyclical action research process: reflect, plan, act, observe, and then reflect to continue through the cycle (Dickens & Watkins, 1999).

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