Action Research - What I Learned

I have learned that action research is a way to improve oneself as an educator, and action research can be effective in the classroom as well. Action research is new to me, but I can see where it can be very beneficial in my personal development as an educator. I have learned that self inquiry is a good thing. I can ask myself in what areas I can improve and then gather information and resources to equip myself with the tools need. I also realized that I should make a plan for improvement and then an evaluation to conclude whether the changes have been effective. Learned that once self inquiry is used, I should continue with inquiry, research, implement and evaluate to maintain effective results.

I will use action research in my own performance as an educator and examine my methods of teaching and see if there are areas where I can improve. I can reflect on what I have come up with and learn by research about solutions. For instance, I have been asked to reflect on my own abilities as an educator and notice any area that needs improvement. Once I acknowledge an area of need, I was asked where I can get assistance and information and how I would apply what I have learned.

Another way I can use action research is continue to take my online courses through Lamar. These classes use the action research and the assignments require reflection about the topics being taught. I can also use action research in my Internship Plan. Also, I find myself using inquiry quite often these days even in every day life. I find that I am asking myself questions to see if I can do better in whatever I am doing. Self inquiry, research, planning, and evaluation is becoming easier and a natural thing to do.