It is evident that when an action research project is planned, there are different sources of information that need to be taken into account. As Dr Briseno expressed “We don’t make decisions without looking at data first.” Every school leader will find on data one of the first and most important source of information. Schools posses a wide array of data sources to support action research project on any of the nine passions described on Dana’s book.
Another source of information that is readily available is books and articles that can contain information on the same research topic that is being analyzed. As Dr. Lewis suggests “Reading research that others have done and tear it apart” may be a good option to apply what is “practical” to our own particular situation. This is a very wise advice that I would apply to my own research project.
The third source of information that I would consider important as well is the observation of the scenario where the problem, issue or dilemma is taking place. This would provide a first hand experience on the situation. People that are involved with the effects of the problem that is being studied would also provide a valuable source of information for our action research project. The second week of the class provides a solid foundation for my action research project.
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