Utilizing Video-Based Action Research to Strengthen Teacher Reflective Practices for Development

• In Event: Saturday Roundtable Session 9:45 am
  In Roundtable Session: Future of Learning: Exploring Technological Interventions and YPAR (Youth Participatory Action Research) Initiatives for Inclusive Education (Table 1)

Abstract

This study sought to understand how participation in video-based action research impacted teachers’ development, specifically differences between grade bands of teachers and their reported change in their own practices and understandings of practice. The data sources included teacher self-reflections and final reports to understand the impact of the process on teacher practice, student outcomes, and teacher development. Findings included engaging in the process provided opportunities for pedagogical and professional development. However, results differed across grade bands of teachers. More research is needed to determine if this was unique to this sample of teachers or if teachers of different grade bands use both video and action research differently in their own development.

Author

• Kim Lebak, Stockton University