Action Research

What Is Action Research at WTCS?

At the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), we use action research to explore important questions about how to improve education for all students. Each project focuses on a specific issue—like how to close gaps or boost student success—and uses data to find practical, real-world solutions.

Why It Matters

The goal is simple: turn research into action. Once we complete a project, we share what we’ve learned through professional development, workshops, and short research briefs. This helps colleges across the state make informed decisions that lead to better outcomes for students.

Explore Our Work

Below, you’ll find:

• Our Action Research Cycle that outlines the full process.
• A collection of Action Research Briefs—quick summaries of each project and what we discovered.

Action Research: Call for Ideas