Action research is a research methodology that can be helpful as educators look for ways to make changes in their learning environment and is also an important part of their professional development. It is characterised by a focus on research done by educators themselves, usually with a view to evaluate and improve their practice. Action research usually involves the identification of a problem, determining the needs or methods of data collection, collection and analysis of data, creation of an action plan, description of the use of the findings, creating a report as well as a future plan. The process is usually cyclical, and each step is vital in ensuring professionalism, completeness as well as validity of the action research.