SECTION I: An Introduction to Action Research Chapter 1: Understanding Action Research Chapter 2: Theoretical Foundations of Action Research SECTION II: Action Research Practices and Processes Chapter 3: Setting the Stage: Initiating an Action Research Process Chapter 4: Look: Generating and Gathering Data Chapter 5: Think: Reflecting and Analyzing Chapter 6: Act: Implementing Practical Solutions SECTION III: From Local to Global-Action Research for Social Change Chapter 7: Reporting: Informing Stakeholders and Other Audiences Chapter 8: Developmental Approaches to Social and Organizational Change Chapter 9: Action Research and Digital Media Appendix: Case Examples of Formal Reports References Index