In what order should the steps of the action research cycle occur?

A) data gathering, planning, reassessment, implementation of intervention
B) implementation of intervention, data gathering, planning, reassessment
C) planning, data gathering, implementation of intervention, reassessment
D) implementation of intervention, assessment, data gathering, planning

The action research cycle should begin with planning, followed by data gathering, then implementation of the intervention, and finally reassessment. Planning is important to identify the problem, setting goals, and selecting an appropriate intervention. Data gathering is essential to understand the context and problem better, and to monitor progress towards the goals. Implementation of the intervention means putting the plan into action, and reassessment is necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention and make any necessary adjustments.