E. Dumbuya Page 1 Action Research in Curriculum Development: A Model Proposal for Practitioners Emmanuel Dumbuya Abstract: This paper proposes a model that integrates action research into curriculum development processes. Action research provides practitioners with a cyclical, problem-solving framework that promotes continuous improvement in curriculum delivery. By empowering educators to evaluate and refine their teaching methods, this model aligns with the broader educational goals of fostering innovative teaching practices, improving student outcomes, and adapting curricula to meet the evolving demands of learners. Keywords: Action Research, Curriculum Development, Teacher Empowerment, Problem- Solving Framework, Educational Innovation Introduction: Curriculum development is an ongoing process that requires educators to continuously adapt their teaching strategies in response to the evolving needs of students. Action research, defined as a reflective process of progressive problem-solving led by educators to improve their teaching practices, offers a robust approach to refining curricula. This paper explores how action research can be embedded into the curriculum development cycle, offering a practitioner-driven, reflective model for improvement.