Final Reflection

         First of all, beginning of this course I did not  aware of what action research actually was, even though I was aware of the term. I thought that it is just a new term of research; however as the weeks progressed in this course I realize that action research is a way to solve problems in systematic way. I also learn that “improve student learning by developing and refining the skills of teaching.” (Ringler 2007).According to Dana, “Action research refers to research intended to bring about change of some kind.” We need to do action research in order to bring some change, improvement or make something better in our education field. The lecture was very useful to understand the process and what was expected during action research. Their tips provide us to stay on topic and create a road map for readers to understand research well. Action research course provides us to identify problems and see how to approach problems that we face in our campus.

            Second of all, that I have learned another good thing is blogging. I have never had a chance to create blogs before. Sharing your thoughts with everybody in the by using blogs and getting feedback from them is great method that I've learned from this course. It helped me to find the right directions on my research.   I have learn that reading classmates’ blog and getting a lot of experience, different approaches for problems and learning new things from them was so enjoyable and beneficial for me.

            In conclusion, I have learned a  lot from this course and I have found this course to be helpful and relevant to my professional career, and it has certainly enriched my professional life. I have increased my knowledge for doing action research as a result of this course. 

The Effective use of technology in the classroom.

Action Planning Template
My Goal: The Effective use of technology in the classroom.
Action Steps(s):	Person(s) Responsible:	Timeline: Start/End	Needed Resources	Evaluation
I will collect data about current technological tools at school.	Esref CELIK	08/26/2013 10/25/2013	Technology inventory list, IT manager	Review what kind of tools we have for teachers.
I will make a survey for teachers to see how often their technology usage in the classroom.	Esref CELIK	09/02/2013 09/13/2013	Survey monkey or Google Doc.	Review reflection of technology usage by teachers.
I will make the list of teacher that teachers would like to see develop in the classroom	Esref CELIK	09/02/2013 09/13/2013	Computers	Each teacher will evaluate themselves
I will also make another survey for students to participate in giving feedback	Esref CELIK	09/13/2013 10/25/2013	Computer lab, Internet.	Review reflection of student experience about technology use in classroom.
I will document of technology usage by each teacher. Also I will use student survey to gather all necessary information	Esref CELIK	10/25/2013 11/01/2013	Principal, Teachers and IT Manager	Review findings from teacher surveys and data from IT manager and discuss with principal.
Share results of inquiry with other stakeholders.	Esref CELIK	May 2014	Principal, IT Manager and myself.	Reflection on action research.

Week 2 Reflection

When you face with any problem on your campus, go research for it, find something  to read about it, pull up report, research and see what other schools have done for that kind of problems that’s all I have learned from Dr. Briseno

I learned lots of important key things for education. Dr. Chargois; advises never stop learning. I really like this advice because the world is changing very quickly. For instance; today’s technology that we use in classroom is different than ten years ago so teacher should keep learning for being up to date himself/herself.

Action Research

Action research will be an element of the coursework which will allow  students to share their finding with one another during the process. Moreover, action research might be seen at the professional learning communities.

 According to Dana, “many principals are insisting this model in their schools as a powerful form of professional development for their teachers, as well as themselves” (page 23).

Action research should have  get a very important part in our educational life. It is a great tool, role model for improvements that needs to be done in school. 

I have learned that action research is a very important tool that I believe everyone may utilize action research in their life specially teachers because this gives the teacher the ability to research an idea to implement it for their classroom. Also, action research will give teacher the opportunity to better understand the inner workings of their classroom and gain an insight into their students.

Big Commitment

I did not know how to create a blog.It is a big journey for me.I am following some of the people reading blogs.It seems very interesting.I am happy,because I will be able to share my ideas, I will learn new things from others.That is great.I am really excited...