The NFER, DCFS and Essex local authority have carried out a study of four schools to assess the impact of action research within schools. It finds that when action research is woven into the daily school activity it can have significant impact, by:
- Raising attainment
- Increasing the diversity of approaches to teaching and learning
- Increasing staff responsiveness to pupils
- Assisting staff and pupils to engage in deeper conversations about their learning
- Increasing the quality and amount of student feedback
- Increasing pupil enjoyment, motivation and Independence
They found that action research is effective when it has a clear focus on impact; has the support of the school leadership; has dedicated resources; is recognised as part of CPD (continuing professional development) and has mentor support.
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