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=Module 3: Review of the Literature=

Getting Started
 A literature review offers you the opportunity to become familiar with the key concepts related to your area of investigation. It provides the depth of knowledge required to situate your action research assignment in the context of the work that has already been completed by other researchers. A critical component of any review is the clarification of operational definitions.

Module Notes
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 * Review the [|Action Research lit rev topic identification.ppt] notes.
 * What does current research say regarding the action research question you identified in module two? Begin finding research that specifically addresses the action research problem. A minimum of three different sources should be included.

Class Activity
Using the [|Action Research Design.doc] review the action research steps that have been completed thus far to ensure that the research question has been address. Make any revisions as needed. These revisions may include:
 * revising the question so that it clearly defines the research
 * identifying literature that addresses this question
 * clarification of the elements of the action research identifying who, what, when, and how
 * What is the intervention strategy?
 * What instruments will need to be developed to address the research question?
 * Who are the participants of the research?
 * When will the research occur?
 * How long will the intervention last?

What the team must submit
A three to five (3-5) page paper that contains three sections:
 *  Describe the practices and attitudes in the situation in relation to your topic. Be specific in your description.
 *  Outline some changes you would like to implement
 *  Write a discussion of the theoretical issues related to your question, identify some of the central authors and their work in the field and discuss some of the relevant research. See PowerPoint for appropriate style