The Institute for Research & Innovation at Villa College successfully conducted "Pensieve Session 5: Action Research" on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, at the Ocean View Hall. The session was attended by academic staff from Villa College, aiming to enhance their understanding and application of action research methodologies.

The workshop was facilitated by Dr. Aminath Shafiya Adam, Associate Professor and Dean at the Centre for Research and Publications, Islamic University of Maldives. Dr. Shafiya provided a comprehensive overview of action research, covering its principles, cycle, and strategic relevance in the Higher Education sector.

Key areas addressed during the session included:

- Fundamentals of action research in Higher Education

- Its benefits and relevance for academic professionals

- The practical application of the action research cycle

- Identifying researchable issues at Villa College

- Frameworks for designing action research plans

The session facilitated productive interaction and knowledge sharing among participants. Attendees were provided with practical tools and frameworks intended to support the integration of action research into their professional activities.

The Institute for Research & Innovation anticipates that the knowledge gained will contribute to ongoing enhancements in academic practice at Villa College. Information regarding future Pensieve Sessions will be communicated in due course.