...) and an action research approach with components from the design logic of Venkataraman et al. (2012) and the “mediational” approach of Vygotsky (1976) . The latter approach was piloted within the InvEIR programme described below. The iterative design is shown in Figure 2 , with theoretical sources...

... online simulation with post-simulation reflection based on the critical incident method. An action research approach is adopted as a framework for reflection on practice. Findings – From a conceptual perspective, there are a number of potential benefits to employing a critical incident approach...

...Francis D. Walsh; Seán Byrne Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the factors relating to retention of employers on an undergraduate work placement programme in a third level institution. Design/methodology/approach An action research methodology involving problem diagnosis...

...Paul Greenbank Purpose This study adopts an action research approach with the aim of improving the process of career decision making among undergraduates in a business school at a “new” university in the UK. Design/methodology/approach The study utilised unfreezing techniques, multiple case...

... research study is planned as a practical enquiry. In common with other action research, this study is being carried out in a single organization and is aiming to devise and plan changes in practice. Findings A reorganization of the institution in line with policy is critical to ensure...

...Jennifer Rowley This article seeks to draw out some of the principles and concepts of action research in order to better inform student work based learning. After an introduction that explains the application of action research to work based learning, the article explores the essence of action...

...Richard E. Hicks States that experiential learning, action learning and action research have long been recognized as among the most effective means of acquiring professional education and training. Few tertiary programmes, however, choose to give attention to such “learning by doing”, giving...

...Peter Thompson; David Guile Focuses on the emerging skill needs of BT′s future employees and relates them to the current outputs of the UK′s education and training system. Based on extensive action research, relates future skill needs to economic, technological and organizational change...