Certainly!

Let’s create an action research plan to address the issue of teacher-student

miscommunication due to language barriers. Effective communication is crucial for student success, and
overcoming language obstacles can significantly enhance the learning experience. Here’s a proposed
plan:

Action Research Proposal: Enhancing Teacher-Student Communication Across Language Barriers

Introduction

Effective communication between teachers and students is essential for academic achievement and
overall well-being. However, language barriers can hinder this communication process. This action
research aims to explore strategies to improve teacher-student interactions when language differences
exist.

Problem Statement

The problem we seek to address is as follows:

Problem: Language barriers lead to miscommunication between teachers and students, affecting
learning outcomes and engagement.

Research Questions

To guide our investigation, we will explore the following research questions:

What are the primary language-related challenges faced by teachers and students?

How can we enhance communication despite language differences?

Objectives

Our objectives are as follows:

Identify specific language barriers encountered by teachers and students.

Develop practical strategies to mitigate these barriers.

Implement interventions to foster effective communication.

Methodology

We will use a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data collection methods:

Survey Questionnaires: Administer surveys to teachers and students to understand their experiences
and perceptions regarding language barriers.

Interviews and Focus Groups: Conduct interviews and focus group discussions to delve deeper into
specific challenges and potential solutions.

Observations: Observe classroom interactions to identify real-time communication difficulties.

Expected Outcomes

Barriers Identification: We anticipate uncovering common language-related challenges faced by teachers

and students.

Strategies Development: Based on our findings, we will create practical strategies to improve
communication.

Enhanced Communication: By implementing our proposed interventions, we aim to enhance teacher-

student communication across language barriers.

Timeline

Data Collection: April to May 2024

Data Analysis: June 2024

Intervention Implementation: July to September 2024

Budget

We estimate a budget of PhP20,000 for this action research, covering materials, surveys, and focus
group logistics.

Conclusion

By addressing language barriers, we can create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.
This research will contribute valuable insights to improve communication practices in our school.

References:
Ozmen, F., Akuzum, C., Zincirli, M., & Selcuk, G. (2016). The communication barriers between teachers
and parents in primary schools. Eurasian Journal of Educational Research, 66, 26-461.

Overcoming Language Barriers: Effective Strategies for Multilingual Communication. Retrieved from
here2.

Exploring the Impact of Ineffective Formal Communication between Teachers and Students. Retrieved
from here3.