What I Have Learned So Far

Action Research is a valuable tool in education. It is a process in which a systematic, intentional study is performed in order to take action for change based on what is learned as a result of the study. Action Research, according to N. F. Dana (2009), allows professionals to seak out change and reflect on their practice by posing questions or "wonderings," collecting data to gain insights into their wonderings, analyzing the data along with reading relevant literature, making changes in practice based on new understandings developed during inquiry, and sharing findings with others. It is a great medium for learning and school improvement. In my use of Action Research, I hope to address problems in the classroom and the school to improve student outcomes. I will also use Action Research to reflect on my own practice and make changes based on new perceptions developed during my research. By utilizing Action Research I hope to grow professionally, become a role model for teachers and students, help best practices thrive at my school, and become proactive in my work as an educator. I realize the importance of this process and know that I will have to make an effort to create the time needed during the school week to carry out this process.