ArticleAuthors: Vo, Dai Quang; Trinh, Thi Dieu Hang (2008)
“Action research” is a research type of great practical value and high frequency of usage
in language teaching. An insightful look into the nature and sequence of investigation in this
approach is essential for teachers and research workers. On the basis of collected data from
different sources, with a high level of conciseness and lucidity, this article provides coherently
expressed ideas comprehensible to readers on the following issues:
What is “Action research”?
The purposes of action research
The importance of action research
The effects of action research
Differences between action research and formal research
Steps for classroom action research 
