I have seen the traditional research method utilized too
often in my school district during the past few years, especially in the area
of curriculum. There is an old saying about walking a mile in somebody’s shoes
that probably should be applied to research methods as well. At some point, I
do hope to be able to make many changes in my school district. I am afraid the
term “backwoods” might truly apply to us even though we are the largest
district in the county.
teachers frequently take suggestions for
improvement better as an idea from a co-worker rather than as a directive from
an administrator
Our blogs and
discussion boards have been very enlightening during this course. I thoroughly
enjoy seeing what topics my fellow students are interested in studying through
their action research projects. A couple of them are doing things similar to
mine so I am grateful for the opportunity to watch their blogs and learn new
things that I might be able to apply to my project. I also appreciate the
encouragement and feedback I am receiving. As I get further into my plan when
school starts, I am sure my group of blog supporters will have very useful
information for me. I hope to be able to contribute useful information for them
as well.
I want my
staff to have relevant staff development rather than something that is of no
interest or, in some cases, importance to them. Too often school district lump
all personnel into one huge meeting in order to say staff development has taken
place. For example, during staff development week next week, I will see the
same gentleman make the same presentation on classroom management I have seen
twice before. I think those returning teachers who have already seen the
presentation would be better served with something different to do at that time
such as receiving staff development in content areas.
Thanks in advance for your comments. I will be looking at the other blogs I follow several times this week to make comments on yours!
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