Elt Journal | 2019
A Handbook for Exploratory Action Research
Abstract
A highly practical and user-friendly guide that aims to support teachers in conducting exploratory action research (EAR), this freely accessible PDF publication is an invaluable tool for teachers, teacher educators and managers who are interested in doing and supporting teacher research. The authors, Richard Smith and Paula Rebolledo, are renowned experts in teacher research, who demystify the research process, make EAR engaging and send the clear message that all teachers can explore their classrooms, even in challenging and time-poor contexts. The handbook takes teachers systematically through the process of engaging in EAR, and each step is accompanied by short practical activities, illustrations and photos, and real-life examples, which are taken from the Champion Teachers project conducted in Chile (see Rebolledo, Smith & Bullock, 2016).