What Is the First Step in the Dialectic Action Research

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the dialectic action research spiral that guides practitioner -researchers?

A) Engage in self-reflection while describing the situation, reviewing the literature and developing a plan
B) Complete a summary of findings, and recommended actions, timelines, and resources
C) Collect quantitative and qualitative data while attending to issues of validity, reliability, and ethics
D) Analyze data, develop visual relationships of ideas, and contextualize findings with personal experiences and existing literature