What Action Research Is: According to asdc.org,
Action Research is a disciplined process of inquiry conducted by and for those taking the action. The primary reason for engaging in action research is to assist the “actor” in improving and/or refining his or her actions.
My Question: How is globalization impacting gender inequalities in education in Sub- Saharan Africa?
Although it is difficult to find information specifically on Niger in terms of educational policy and globalization there is a huge gap in access to education for women in Niger and what is known as West or Sub Saharan Africa. Previous literature has helped me to understand the need for services for women who rarely get a choice in anything in their lives in these regions. In my certification program I focused on this issue as much as possible and when entering into the MED knew that I wanted to focus my research on the impacts of globalization for women in education, but it has to be broadened to Sub Saharan Africa. Thus far in the peer reviewed research I have conducted there is information that says it is both helping and hindering women in education. Policy and reform is an important part of this action plan research as it is essential to understand first how globalization is affecting this part of the world. There are many Non Governmental Organizations, NGOs working in West Africa to improve not only human rights but specifically access to education for women. Statistics from UNESO and other organizations show that over time actions are being taken to change literacy rates, enrollment and protection for women to be able to attend school safely. Although I work in an International School which is a completely different context I have access to NGOs as a primary source for action. Examining how globalization is effecting women and their access is the primary goal of the research, and to propose future solutions and actions to ensure a positive outcome for women.
