Action Research

In my opinion, action research is the process of taking action, taking time to sit down and focus on one's own administrative practices by evaluating current actions and determining where one is, where one needs to be and how one gets there. Action research requires the engagement of inquiry that serves as the basis for investigating, reasoning and processing situations each and every day in the school setting. Action research is a continual process consisting of reflection and action by clarifying and diagnosing practical situations that need improvement or resolution, formulates action strategies for improving the solution, implements the action strategies and evaluates their effectiveness while clarifying the situation resulting in either resolutions of the problem or additional issues. Action research rotates in a spiral continuum that feeds from reflection and actions and so on.

I along with other administrators naturally have a set vision in place. Action research allows individuals to understand the need for inquiry and know the importance such research and thinking has on making better decisions in order to gain successful solutions. By researching and analyzing data from literature and making changes in practice based on findings, I believe such action research is a powerful tool for learning and improving the educational world. I believe each and every administrator needs action research to lead a productive leadership role.