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Why action research? An emergent role in educational reform

Ric A. Hovda Professor, School of Education, University of Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.A.
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Diane W. Kyle Professor, School of Education, University of Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.A.
Pages 24-44 | Published online: 18 Jul 2008

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