Stringer and Ortiz Aragn (2021) present numerous ways to formulate plans that address issues or opportunities unearthed by the research. Equally importantly, they stress the importance of various quality checks to ensure the needed conditions are present before setting out to implement a plan. They also emphasize the important role of the action research facilitator and inquiry team in successful implementation. Finally, they describe the importance of providing ongoing relationships with those taking action and technical support when unanticipated difficulties are encountered.

Assume that you are leading a large, organization-wide action research project to improve the organization. Apply and cite relevant information from your textbook within your response.

1. Identify areas in your organization where you could implement all or most of Stringer and Ortiz Aragn's (2021) quality checks (Chapter 6, p. 205) for effective planning.
2. What conditions in those areas will make implementing quality checks possible?
3. What do potential obstacles mean in terms of how much time will be needed to create conditions for effective joint action planning?
4. What obstacles would likely arise in your organization that might prevent the provision of ongoing support during implementation?
5. What could be done (and when) to prevent or minimize conditions that could block ongoing support?