The Evaluative Study of Action Research: Rigorous Findings on Process and Impact from Around the World

The Evaluative Study of Action Research (ESAR) presents all eight published papers as part of a six-year, global study to enhance the academic rigor and evidence of Action Research (AR) impact. It developed an Evaluative AR framework and indicators for qualitative data collection with six initial case studies and a large-scale mixed method survey with 174 projects. The results show positive elements linked to AR precursors, processes, and outcomes, offering important indications for creating respectful engagement for collective strength in solution-based, innovative, change.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Evaluative Study of Action Research presents a comprehensive collection of all eight published papers as part of the six-year, global Evaluative Study of Action Research (ESAR). The primary objective of this study was to enhance the academic rigor of Action Research (AR) and provide substantial evidence of its impact.

This research, compiled within this book, showcases a cohesive approach to how the ESAR exemplifies original research incorporating innovative methodologies to generate new knowledge. An Evaluative Action Research (AR) framework and indicators were developed for initial qualitative data collection with six initial case studies utilizing interviews, surveys, documentary analysis, and Goal Attainment Scaling methods. The initial study was followed by a large-scale mixed-method survey involving 174 projects from across the globe. Almost all projects exhibited positive elements associated with AR precursors (focus clarification, stakeholder engagement, funding), processes (phased, planned yet flexible activity, data collection and analysis, ongoing collaboration and leadership), and outcomes/impacts (change, knowledge mobilisation, and continuing action).

The results of the ESAR, elaborated in this volume, offer valuable insights for creating the kind of respectful engagement necessary for collective strength in solution-based, innovative, and change-oriented endeavors.

This book will serve as a valuable resource for:

Action researchers worldwide
Postgraduate research students, academics, and libraries
Evaluators
Anyone in communities seeking to understand how to foster sustainable change.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367680954