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There are many kinds of research, each coming from slightly different perspectives. Some of these differences arise because research spans all fields, and some just because of internal differences of opinion. The core for most of these research perspectives is, for the most part, the same. For example, in both traditional and action research, developing a high-quality research question is important. The difference lies in how and why the question is shaped. Also, many of the approaches used in action research look similar to program evaluation research, but subtle differences arise, like the subject of focus and scope. In program evaluation, the subject of interest is a multifaceted entity: Many research questions are posed, and research is typically conducted by an outsider(s). In action research, one or a few questions are posed about a relatively small sample of participants by someone who is deeply involved with the research. Although there are differences in research traditions, there are key features of action research that make it unique.

Even if these key features don’t make sense or mean a lot to you now, rest assured when you have finished this book, they will make perfect sense.

More questions? See questions 4, 9, and 10.