Reflection from Week 2

In reflecting on the readings for this week, I realize that action research can be pursued in many area or topics. I have come to the conclusion that any action research project should have at its heart the best interest of students and ways to improve their performance and their lives. In choosing a topic, I considered several, but solving an issue at my school will become my focus. What effect does homework or targeted classroom practice have on TAKS scores? I have a wondering in the effects of each on student performance and if one method is better than the other for student performance. While this will take a great deal of time, more than I have before finishing my degree, I am motivated to continue this project throughout the next school year to determine which method or various combinations of methods provides greater student performance. I would like to resolve an issue with two groups of staff members over this topic as well.