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Dilemmas of trustworthiness in preservice teacher action research.

Dilemmas of trustworthiness in preservice teacher action research.

Authors :
Phillips, Donna Kalmbach
Carr, Kevin
Source :
Action Research. Jun2009, Vol. 7 Issue 2, p207-226. 20p. 1 Diagram.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

Can preservice teachers carry out trustworthy action research? We have found that action research can be a powerful experience for preservice teachers. Yet preservice teacher action research projects involve complexities unique to a preservice teacher's position as 'guest', 'student', 'teacher', and 'researcher'. In this article, we suggest criteria for trustworthy preservice teacher action research that embraces these complexities as sources of strength. We base our criteria upon analysis of action research projects produced by students in the teacher education program where we teach. We apply trustworthiness criteria from qualitative research (Arminio & Hultgren, 2002; Kincheloe, 2003; Lather, 1991; Reason & Bradbury, 2001; Richardson, 1997) to guide our analysis, but we interpret 'trustworthiness' through the lens of preservice teacher context and experience. Our intent is to honor the voices of preservice teachers telling their own stories of becoming a teacher through action research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14767503
Volume :
7
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Action Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
41528903
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/1476750308097027