ACTION RESEARCH REPORT

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UNIVERSITI PENDIDIKAN SULTAN IDRIS2013

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CONTENT PAGE

PageChapter 1: Introduction........................................................................................................1

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Chapter 2: Literature Review...............................................................................................6Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx...............................................................................................6

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Chapter 5: Discussion........................................................................................................46Xxxxxxxx...............................................................................................................46Xxxxxxxxxx...........................................................................................................50Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.................................................................................................54Xxxxxxxx xx Xxxx................................................................................................57

References..........................................................................................................................59

AppendicesA Title in Initial Caps and Lower Case—Begin a Second Line Directly Below

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1. Total pages for the report is between 12-15 (excluding the references and

appendices).

2. Follow the sub-topics as presented in the template.

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Chapter 1: Introduction

(2-3 pages)

Introduction

(One paragraph to introduce Chapter 1)

Statement of the Problem

This should include (a) a clear statement that the problem exists, (b) evidence that

supports the existence of the problem, (c) a clear description of the setting, and (d)

probable causes related to the problem.

Background and justification.

Provide evidence from current literature showing that the problem exists and why

the topic is important and relevant.

Research Method

Provide some background to the research method and why it is a good strategy for

your research.

Relevance to the Discipline

Why is the area/topic relevant to the teaching & learning of English in secondary

schools?

Audience. Discuss who is affected and who benefits from the research.

Definition of Terms

Term or variable. Provide the complete scientific definition and appropriate

reference (if necessary).

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Purpose of the Study

The purpose statement should provide a general statement regarding the overall

purpose of the study. Key points to keep in mind when preparing a purpose statement are

as follows:

1. Create a sentence that begins with “The purpose of this study is . . .”

2. Clearly identify and explain the central concepts or ideas of the study.

3. Identify the central area/topic to be explored.

4. Indicate the participants and research site.

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Chapter 2: Literature Review

(4- 5 pages, * include sub- topics for the literature review)

Introduction

(One paragraph to introduce Chapter 2)

Rationale

The literature review should contain the following elements: (a) a discussion of

the theoretical or conceptual framework within which the study will be grounded; and (b)

a synthesis of the findings in summary in regard to the problem area. Use of “first

person” is expected.

Research Questions

The research questions are based on the problem or area of need and on the

research reviewed. The research questions should be stated in the form of a question.

* 2 or 3 research questions is adequate

In the context of a research paper, the literature review provides a background to the study being proposed. The background may consider one or more of the following aspects depending on the research question being posed:

Theoretical background – past, present or future Current practice Methodology and/or research methods Previous findings Rationale and/or relevance of the current study

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Chapter 3: Methodology

(2-3 pages)

Introduction

(One paragraph to introduce Chapter 3)

Aim of the Study

This section should include a brief description of the general aim of the study.

Participants

This section should include the following elements: (a) the participants should

be defined (this should also include demographic information such as age, gender, and

ethnicity); and (b) discuss the type of sampling technique used.

Procedures

The section will be based directly on the research questions. Specifically, this is

the “how-to” section of the study and will introduce the strategy (e.g., case study) of the

research and how the data will be collected.

This section should include the following:

Indentify the specific strategy of inquiry to be used (e.g., narrative, case

study).

Provide some background information about the strategy

Discuss why it’s an appropriate strategy for your research.

Identify the form of data collection, the steps and data analysis

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Data collection procedures. This section should include a brief description and

framework for the data recording method that will be used to answer the research

questions. This section should include a discussion about participants and the site

including

The setting

The participants

The events (what will the participants be doing)

Indicate the type or types of data to be collected (e.g., essays, interviews,

documents, audio and visual material).

Instruments. The relevant information pertaining to each instrument must be

included.

Data Analysis

Name the steps involved in conducting an analysis of qualitative data. Describe

how the data will be organized and transcribed. Discuss the coding procedures/ marking

rubrics of the transcripts or text files (if relevant).

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Chapter 4: Results

(3-4 pages)

results presented in sequence and relative to each research question

only the results are presented without a rationale or discussion

includes relevant tables and figures

appropriate use of statistical or qualitative language to present data

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Chapter 5: Discussion

(2-3 pages)

introductory paragraphs provide overview of the study

results are elaborated and interpreted in sequence and relative to each research

question

conclusions and summaries regarding the findings are offered

findings are linked to relevant research

implications of findings are discussed

limitations are indicated

recommendations for future research are offered

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References (APA style)

(15-20 references, 10 current references i.e. within 5 years)

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Appendices

(eg. Instruments - Questionnaires, reading texts, rubrics – if relevant)