A researcher plans to study how a community supports or does not support a bond issue.This researcher plans to conduct action research and gather both quantitative and qualitative data.The intent of this researcher is further to lobby with the city council for better schools for minority children.What type of action research design should this researcher use?

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A participatory action research design would be the best choice for this researcher because it involves collaboration with community members to identify problems, develop solutions, and take action to address those problems. This aligns with the researcher's intent to lobby for better schools for minority children, and includes both quantitative and qualitative data collection to inform the process. Option A (advocacy action research design) is too focused on advocacy and may not involve collaboration with the community, while option B (mixed methods action research design) does not emphasize enough on community involvement. Option D (practical action research design) does not prioritize collaboration with the community.

A Researcher Plans to Study How a Community Supports or Does