Experiential education and action research

The present paper outlines some of the problems and conflicts emerging in the conduct of one piece of educational action research in which the author held the dual role of teacher and researcher. Although the role is a difficult one, it is not an uncommon position for teachers who are continually monitoring their teaching/learning designs, even if it is subjectively, in order to improve the education of pupils. It is therefore important that teachers learn the theory and method of action research during their training.