Friday, July 30, 2010

EDLD 5301 Research: Week 3

As soon as I figure out how to post this table properly, I will replace this with the actual table.

Tool 7.1 Action Planning Template

Goal: The purpose of this research project is to investigate the impact of technology on the attention, interest, retention and test scores of students with disabilities. The research for this project will take place during the 2010-2011 school years. Approximately 100 students and 10 teachers will be the targeted individuals and groups used as subjects. Multiple investigative tools will be used including but not limited to surveys, observations, data, test scores, and the internet. The goal of the project is to lead to discovery of which technology medias are most and least effective.

Action Step(s) Person(s)Responsible Timeline:Start/End NeededResources Evaluation

1.Setting the Foundation JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Students and Parents August 2010-June 2011 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys • Buy-In interest level
• Survey questions formulated
• Data sources decided

2.Analyzing Data JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Students and Parents August 2010-June 2011 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys Summary of data

3.Developing Deeper Understanding JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Students and Parents August-September 2010 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys Understanding the possible pros and cons and possible consequences of selecting certain solutions

4.Engage in Self Reflection JBasic August 2010-June 2011 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys Have I included the proper resources to address my question?
Have I done enough background research?
Have I included enough mediums of technology?

5.Exploring Programmatic Patterns JBasic
Assistant Principal
SPED/DE teachers
District Technology Liasons September 2010-June 2011 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys
• Technology Mediums (whiteboards, PC’s, Laptops, projectors, hearing devices,
Have I uncovered which technologies work, which do not, and which should be explored more fully?

6.Determining Direction JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Students and Parents August 2010-June 2011 • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys
• Technology Mediums (whiteboards, PC’s, Laptops, projectors, hearing devices,
Are my research questions clear?
Are the skills and resources adequate for my research?
Have I collaborated adequately?
Is my timeline realistic?
Is my plan to monitor my progress realistic?
Is success measurable?
How will. I monitor and revise my plan?

7.Taking Action For School Improvement JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Technology Committee, Students and Parents August 2010-June 2011 Written Plan of Action
Timeline for monitoring
Summary Report How will my discoveries be used to make positive changes on my campus?

8.Sustain Improvement JBasic, Assistant Principal, SPED and DE Dept. Chairs and teachers, Regular Ed teachers and Paras, Technology Committee, Students and Parents June 2011 forward • TAKS Scores last 4 years
• AYP last 4 years
• IEP’s
• Internet Searches
• Surveys
• Technology Mediums (whiteboards, PC’s, Laptops, projectors, hearing devices,
Formal plan to be shared with all staff

1 comment:

  1. The technology meduims that are mentioned( whiteboards, Pc's laptops, projectors, hearing devices) are they already on your campus and other campus's that this action research project might impact or is this something that you could be presented at the district level to help with additional funding for these sorts of things. Great project, it is truly are job to be up to date and keep in the know of technology and you are doing that for these kids.

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