Resumen

SILVA-PENA, Ilich. Action research by Chilean teachers as a way for professional development: Characterization of two experiences. Paradígma [online]. 2012, vol.33, n.1, pp.27-44. ISSN 1011-2251.

In this paper is a description of Teachers’ Action Research in Chile. In this work there are two experiences of Action Research realized by teachers in Chile. The analysis of documents and some interviews were collected to characterize the Action Research in Chile. Principally, the study shows the context around Action Research; the procedures, theoretical and methodological support. The discussion about the policies of Professional Development Teachers and its link with Action Research is relevant. The initial steps in Action Research as a way for Professional Development and insufficient governmental support are aspects that should be improved for a diversity of alternatives for the Professional Development of Teachers.

Palabras clave : Action Research; Professional Development of Teachers; Teacher Research.

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