Reflection on Action Research Topic

This week's assignments were all leading up to selecting a topic for action research. The interviews of the three scholars helped me to understand what real action research is all about. I know now that the best research has a specific purpose and that the significance of action research should be to improve student achievement. In the second part of the assignment, we explored the different areas of action research that can take place in school settings. This activity enabled me to broaden my perception of the different areas of action research that can take place in schools. After exploring all of the different types of action research, I was able to confirm the topic that would have significance on my campus. I was able to meet discuss with my site supervisor about three different topics that I was considering, and then decide on the one that would most benefit my specific campus. My action research will deal with the effectiveness of TAKS classes on my campus for 9th grade at-risk students. I want to know if there are immediate or long term benefits from the class, and if these students are experiencing an increase in achievement.