Action research puts an emphasizes on a reflective process that allows for the collaboration among colleagues using inquiry and discussion. A group of people identify a problem and come up with solutions to resolve it and if they are unsatisfied they try again. The teachers find solutions to these problems in an everyday school environment and examine their work and seek opportunities for improvement. Teachers are searching for ways to influence and change instruction to benefit student academic outcomes. As leaders and role models, administrators need to make time for inquiry to grow professionally. "By cultivating this inquiry stance toward practice, principals and teachers play a critical role in enhancing their own professional growth and ultimately the experience of schooling for children" (Dana, p 11). It is important for the staff to be involved in creating a shared vision to feel a sense of ownership. "The inquiry process, based on logical reasoning, requires the collection of information in a systematic way" (Harris, p 5). The process includes a needs assessments, data collection, documented steps of inquiry and a conclusion. The purpose of research is used for improving our schools and educational strategies. The school community, teachers and administrators, can work collaboratively in decision making and improve inquiry to make school improvements.
References
Dana, N. (2009). Leading with Passion and Knowledge. California: Corwin.
Harris, S., Edmonson, E., & Combs, J. (2010) Examining what we do to improve our schools: 8 Steps From Analysis to Action. New York: Eye on Education
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