The final thing we looked at in the course was different ways to asses the quality of our research from Dana (2009). There are four indicators that assess the quality of your research. The first is Context of Study. This indicator has the researcher look at what context their study will take place in (p. 179). When I look at my action research plan, I need to consider the context of study. My teaching setting is at as Residential Treatment Center. These students will have different issues from the regular classroom. I need to understand that students bring in many issues to the classroom and I need to have an aspect of my study that asks the question what was bothering you before you came into class. The second is Wondering and Purpose. This indicator seeks to find the root of your question (p. 180). Why do I want to research this topic and what is its purpose? I asked myself this question and answered that this is important to instruction and student success. The third indicator is Principal Research Design. This indicator collects research from multiple sources (p.181). My research plan called for just my data in my classroom. My study could be improved if I asked other teachers to complete the same study and compile the results. Indicator number four is Principal-Researcher Learning. This indicator seeks to make sure all statements are supported by data (p. 182). If I claim that my research is successful, what data backs up my statement? This will improve my research because I will use the data to make my statements about my research, even if the data is not what I expected. The final indicator is Implications for Practice. This indicator talks about what changes will be put into practice after my research is finished. For example, if the trouble shooter form is ineffective, what practices will be put into place to fix it? By asking myself these questions, I will be able to improve the quality of my action research plan.
Reference:
Dana, N.F. (2009). Leading with passion and knowledge: The principal as action researcher. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.
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