Role of the Teacher & Professional Competence
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When a teacher uses the cyclical model proposed by Stephen Corey or Kurt Lewin—such as problem identification, fact-finding, hypothesis formulation, intervention, and continuous evaluation—to scientifically resolve specific and immediate classroom teaching-learning problems (e.g., student misconceptions regarding mathematical operations), which of the following statements is most authoritative and scientifically true regarding the fundamental differences between this form of action research and traditional fundamental research?
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Detailed Explanation
Action research is a practical and cyclical research conducted by teachers, administrators, or counselors to scientifically solve their own teaching methodologies, procedures, and immediate classroom problems.
Key Concept
- Primary Objective: Its purpose is not to construct broad theories, but to bring about localized improvements in a specific context.
- Fundamental Research: In contrast, fundamental research aims at universal theory building and generalization across broad populations.
Conclusion: Option (b) correctly identifies the core defining characteristic of action research: local applicability and immediate problem-solving.
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