Incremental Growth through Professional Learning Communities of Math Teachers Engaged in Action Research Projects

This study investigates the experiences of a professional learning community (PLC) composed of six secondary math teachers enrolled in a graduate math methods course. Through the discussion of educational texts and collaborative inquiry, the teachers identified classroom challenges they aimed to address through individual action research projects. The PLC provided a supportive environment for teachers to share their processes, receive peer feedback, and collectively reflect. This study underscores the value of action research and PLCs in driving educational improvement. By engaging in structured inquiry within a collaborative setting, teachers gained insights into pedagogical issues, developed targeted incremental interventions, and contributed to the broader discourse on math education pedagogy. The collaborative PLC model facilitated reflective practice, challenged assumptions, and empowered teachers as agents of change. Implications for teacher professional development, instructional practices, and future research directions are discussed

Action research · Faculty Development · Mathematics education · Pedagogy · Physics · Professional development · Professional learning community · Sociology · Computer Science · Educational Assessment and Improvement · Mathematics Education and Teaching Techniques · Psychology · Teacher Education and Leadership Studies

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