Action research is a means of reflective research that allows principals to systematically develop questions and planned solutions about a set of needs specific to their school (Dana, 2009, pp. 1-25). I have learned that while action research is broad in its scope, it is a means of addressing the needs of a campus or student population in a definitive way that provides time to make informed choices about solutions to problems. Its uses are many, from analyzing the effectiveness of curriculum and instruction to addressing the needs of a staff and it is not limited in its application of solving problems. Benefits of using action research include: increasing the pool of resources used to make a decision, fostering a team approach to problem solving, and empowering practitioners to make informed and localized choices that will effectuate change in their school. As a principal, I will use action research to make informed choices in the formation of solutions to the needs at my campus. The format of action research lends itself to taking time to make informed choices based on research and data. I will use this format to engage my staff as stakeholders in the process of meeting campus needs and solving problems pertaining to our campus. The creation of sub committees on a campus is a perfect forum for the use of action research and adheres to the tenets of the servant leadership style. I will use action research in conjunction with sub committees as a means of empowering my staff through the distribution of power and control in the decision making process. Effectively, this format will also decrease professional isolation in my campus community.
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