Reflections from Week 2

This week we explored several areas for action research.  Within each of these areas, action research topics were highlighted.  It was evident that the shared topics were relevant to each individual's passion and interest.  I think this is key to the success of an action research project.  When thinking about possible topics, I revisited things that were already a part of my work environment.  However, the action research project will provide a welcomed opportunity to really pursue information and reflect on my topic.

One thing that really stood out to me was the question stems for the shared inquiry questions.  Some common stems were:

• In what ways...,
• How does..., How can..., How do...?
• What effect..., What role....,

Seeing these examples helps frame the next steps in my work.  In the Dana text on Page 67, she discusses that it takes time to formulate the wording for the inquiry question.  She later describes that sometimes new learning will take the inquirer in a new direction.  It was nice to "be given permission" for this to be a "messy" process.