Using action research to implement, investigate and evaluate interventions in applied health research

Hamilton, John and Varey, Sandra (2020) Using action research to implement, investigate and evaluate interventions in applied health research. In: The Handbook of Theory and Methods in Applied Health Research :. Edward Elgar, Cheltenham, 167–187. ISBN 9781785363207

Abstract

This chapter examines the historical development of action research, and presents the process, guiding principles and approaches to action research. The benefits and limitations of the approach are discussed, and its use in applied health research explored. These are showcased using two short case studies.