EDLD+5301,+Research

This course introduced me to action research as means of investigating and solving local school problems. Informed by theory and established best practices, educators try various problem solving approaches; then, they record and analyze results to determine the most effective solutions for their schools. In this way, educators are able to tailor improvement efforts to fit their unique students and school environments. I created an action research plan based on a real need among students on my campus. Although I wasn't required (as an Educational Technology Leadership student) to actually implement my plan and report my findings, going through the preliminary steps has equipped me with a valuable leadership tool should I need it in the future. media type="custom" key="21260806" align="center" ||  || ** Links to Blog Post Reflections on My Learning: **
 * ** Draft of Action Research Plan: **
 * Supporting Computer Literacy Among Non-Traditional College Students **


 * ** What is Action Research? **
 * ** Non-Traditional College Students & the "Digital Divide" **
 * ** Questions, Rational, and Research Review **
 * ** The CARE Model for Project Planning **
 * ** Plan for Sharing Action Research Process **
 * ** Action Research Plan Draft **

My Blogger Profile.


 * Assignment Documents for the Course: **

These documents are stored in Google Drive and viewable via the links below.


 * ** Week 1: Defining Action Research & Importance of Reflective Practice **
 * **Week 2: Identifying Areas/Topics for Action Research**
 * ** Week 3: Developing an Action Research Plan **
 * **Week 4: Developing Consensus-Addressing Challenges**
 * **Week 5: Assessment for Continuous Improvement ** ||