Action Research

Action research is just what is says.  It is research that is done as one is actively working on certain projects, assignment or problems that need addressing.  I will be able to use action research in many ways with my new endeavor as being a Superintendent of an extremely small school district.  I can benefit from action research in that my new district has obvious problems that will need to be addressed and solutions found in order for me to be a successful Superintendent.  One area that stands out is the fact that the district is currently unacceptable academically and that the enrollment has dropped significantly over the past two years. As Superintendent, I will have to research and actively find the problems and at the same time come up with proper solutions.  Working with other stakeholders at the school I think this will be an opportunity for me not only to do part of my job, but to also build upon my knowledge and help me achieve my superintendent certification.  Much action research will be in my very near future along with many challenges that I will face.  Hopefully with theses challenges I will also be provided with opportunities to learn and become the best Superintendent that I can possibly be for my district.