Action research and how you might use it.

What I have learned about action based research is that it is constantly evolving as the process continues. As teachers it’s important for us to have an end result when starting something new or introducing a new topic. We need to have the ability to understand that things will not always happen the way that we want to. We need to be able to think on our feet to correct the situation right then and there, but also have time set apart to review how and why things altered the original path. If we do this I feel everything will improve, as result you are not teaching something that didn't have an impact. This can also be used throughout the year on the students, since no two students have the same need and wants. This way it gives you a better understanding what works with each child, the education is tailored in someway for each student.

I will be able to use this more effectively in my class now that it is on my mind. I think the key to implementing this is putting that time to the side to really reflect on it and being honest with ones self on how things went. When we do this it would be a good time to model it for the students so they can start thinking in this mind set. This way they are not always wondering why did I get this grade. They will be able to be proactive instead of reactive.