Volume 3, Issue 1 (May, 2026)

BOOK REVIEW – The Routledge Handbook of Language Teacher Action Research

The Routledge Handbook of Language Teacher Action Research edited by Anne Burns and Kenan Dikilitaş is a valuable guide for readers who are new to action research (AR) or who want to strengthen their understanding of its principles and practice. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book combines theoretical and practical insights with real-life examples that help prepare researchers for the challenges and unexpected situations they may encounter in the field. The volume brings together contributions from forty-four researchers representing diverse global regions, including Scandinavia, Central and South America, the Pacific Rim, and Europe. Collectively, these authors have made a substantial contribution to the advancement and wider dissemination of AR.

BOOK REVIEW – Global Stories on School Improvement: A Comparative Review of Action Research Projects

Various international organizations and agencies have played a crucial role for decades in the field of classroom research for the professional development of teachers’ pedagogical practices, thereby leading to school transformation (Calhoun, 2002; ProFuturo, 2025). Among these, the British Council (BC) has gained global recognition for its exceptional work in supporting education through its Partner Schools network. The BC’s focus has been on three pillars of modern education: leadership at all levels, effective continuing professional development (CPD), and the integration of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into English Language Teaching (ELT) and other school subjects.