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Definition action research in British English

action research noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˌækʃ(ə)n rɪˈsɜː(r)tʃ/
1

a type of research whose aim is to address specific problems found in a particular area of activity

Example

My academic background is in multi-actor innovation and participatory action research in conservation.

Example

Students will do an action research project in their own classroom.

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Definition action research in British English