Action research is a strategy used to find the underlying cause to a problem. It is a systematic process that involves initially asking a question about a concern that needs to be corrected in the best possible way. Once the inquiry is made, research must take place. Available data, from personal experience to published research has to be considered. The next step would be to make a diagnosis or a decision based on knowledge gained and to incorporate the steps needed to correct the initial inquiry. Before sharing the results of the research, multiple evaluations should be taken to see if the corrective actions taken are productive or if they need to be altered.

Action research is very time consuming, but beneficial. This type of research would lead to improved classroom instruction and improved student learning because the teacher would be able to evaluate his teaching methods by taking into account student achievement or lack of achievement on a specific objective. By evaluating early and making changes based on the research and actions taken, students would have improved test scores. The more this type of research is put into action, the easier it will become. In order to work correctly, teachers have to be given adequate training on the steps as well as provided time to work on their research. I believe that as a beginner to this technique, collaborating with a teammate would be beneficial.