After meeting with my site supervisor and taking the advice
of a few of my peers, I have made a few more updates to my research plan. I am sure
these changes won't be the last. I look forward to continuing my growth as an
action researcher and becoming a better leader because of it. Thank you to
those that commented and helped me create a stronger plan of action. I can't
wait to see the results and success of the students in the end.
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Goal: What
actions can third grade science teachers take to improve student achievement
on district science tests?
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Action
Steps(s):
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Person(s)
Responsible:
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Timeline:
Start/End
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Needed
Resources
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Evaluation
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Analyze the results of sub pops
for areas of improvement.
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self
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February 1, 2012
February 29, 2012
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Item analysis of third grade
test scores along with results of each sub pop.
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Focus on sub pops that are weak
and conduct research to see what others with similar results have chosen to
implement.
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Read literature on science
methods that are relevant.
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Self
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February 1, 2012
February 29, 2012
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Computer, articles
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Choose several methods to
implement that fits the needs of our learners to share with my team memebers.
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Meet with third grade science
teachers, and campus instructional specialist.
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self
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February 1, 2012
March 2, 2012
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Third grade science benchmark
scores
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Brainstorm and discuss other
possible methods of instruction besides what I researched with third grade
teachers. Decide on a plan to implement.
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Analyze content quiz scores to
see if growth has occurred.
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Teachers, Self
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March 2, 2012
May 31, 2012
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Quiz data
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If students’ science scores
have improved, continue with current strategies. If scores have not improved,
implement a new method of instruction.
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Share findings with others
during PLC or team meeting.
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Self, teachers
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June 2012
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Test data, quiz scores, time to
meet with teachers and principal
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Deliver information to teachers
and principals. Set expectations for following year.
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