The Action Research Paper

Purdue OWL

Parts

• Introduction
• Review of Literature
• Methodology (4 parts)
• Findings
• Conclusion
• Implications
• References
• and other parts

Cover Page

*running head
* Title of paper
* Author
* Wayne State College

Abstract
* 150-250 word concise summary of your study

Introduction
* The problem your paper addresses
*Include your open-ended question

Review of Literature
*What the "experts" have to say about your topic(s)
*The more the better

Methodology
*4 parts: participants, materials, procedures, limitations
*each are separate subheadings
* Think "recipe"

Findings
* The "what"
* Analysis of the data

Conclusion
* The "so what?"
* Themes found
*why your findings are important

Implications
* the "now what?"
* how will the findings change (or not change) actions/practices for the researcher?

References
* the articles, books, and other resources used throughout your paper
* 20+ recommended
* Use APA 6 formatting

Appendix/Appendices
* surveys used, consent forms, interview questions, etc.

Timeline

• May
• Summer
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• Spring