This week was tough. I had a hard time deciding on what my action research topic will be. My site mentor was full of ideas but he kept changing his mind. Finally we agreed on a topic that fit in well with my internship plan and would not bore me to death in the process. I learned from watching video interviews that you should select a topic that interested you and one that was practical and measurable. The videos were very helpful and encouraging.
The readings this week were very good as well. It was great to read several examples of action research, in real educational settings, in each of the 9 passion areas. The readings helped me see all of the potential areas that action research can be beneficial in, while in a school setting. It also made me realize all of the areas a principal has to deal with when they are leading.
Jeannette, I also learned from the videos. I am trying to read some outside sources related to action research, but I also find our texts very helpful. I am looking forward to further postings of your action research.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on finding a topic for your action research. I understand the difficulty of the process because you are making a long term commitment to a topic and it is so much easier to conduct research if you like your topic.
ReplyDeleteI am glad that you found an action research that you wished to do. I agree that having something that interests you is important as it will be a large part of your life over the next few months. I believe that if we feel passionately about our topics, we will learn so much more about ourselves. I look forward to reading about your journey.
ReplyDeleteI agree that you need to have a action research topic that interests you so that you can stay focused in the process.Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI agree that the videos were helpful. Dr. Kirk Lewis was adamant about having an action research plan that would be applicable to your specific campus, job assignment, or situation. Also, I took note from Dr. Charogois that we should safeguard participants' information. Blessings on your research.
ReplyDeleteI too found the readings and videos informative and encouraging. Action research is a new process for me, but the abundance of information we have access to makes it seem doable. Stay encouraged and keep moving forward.
ReplyDelete