| action research | Formal methodology that involves collaborative investigation and co-learning to solve immediate problems and contribute to greater society.
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| advocate | To actively work on behalf of a person, cause, or idea.
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| change agent | Someone who helps bring about change to better human lives or conditions.
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| global community | Consideration of all humans in the world as being closer because of advances in technology and communication; people are united in common interests relating to health and basic freedoms.
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| helping professions | Professions that relate to people's physical, cognitive, and social-emotional well-being.
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| humanitarian | Efforts dedicated to improving the lives of human beings.
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| Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) | Law that details rights and guidelines for students with disabilities in the United States.
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| inquiry | Investigating, questioning, following a hunch to see what happens.
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| policy | A course of action to guide and determine decisions.
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| stakeholder | Individual who is affected by the actions of a larger group or organization
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