Reflection on week 2 of EDLD 5301

In week 2 of EDLD 5301, I watched videos from three educational leaders: Dr. Johnny Briseno, Principal, Rancho Isabella Elementary, Angleton ISD; Dr. Timothy Chargois, Director of Research, Planning and Development in Beaumont ISD; and Dr. Kirk Lewis, Superintendent, Pasadena ISD. All three school leaders talked about how principal and teachers can better decisions by looking at data and analyzing data first. I was very impressed with these school leaders because they were very knowledgeable about the subject they talked about. They gave good and sound advice that I believe will help me in my campus.

I also learned about what Dana (2009) called sample inquiry questions by passion. Dana (2009) describes these sample inquiry questions to be: staff development, curriculum development, Individual teacher(s), individual student(s), community and culture building, Leadership skills, management, school performance, and social justice.

During this week web conference with Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Abshire, we went over several samples of action research topics. Dr. Abshire suggested that I look into Alvin Independent School District for support on my action research topic. The web conference was very informative as many suggestions were offered.

References
Dana, N. (2009). Leading with PASSION AND KNOWLEDGE: The Principal as Action Researcher. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Pres