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With action research, improvement is in our own hands

By Ayesha Farag
Categories: Leadership, Research
June 2024
Fostering a culture of inquiry and supporting educators’ continuous learning and growth is essential for improving student outcomes. Action research, in which educators investigate their own practice, reflect on their impact, and make informed decisions to enhance student learning, can be a valuable strategy for district leaders, principals, and teachers. Empowering educators to identify areas of need within their context, engage in professional learning, and experiment with and apply new practices and approaches can be a powerful way to promote an environment of curiosity, self-reflection, and continuous improvement in support of improved student outcomes. Action research is a structured approach to engaging leaders and teachers in the study of their practice and its impact within the context of specific dilemmas or problems of practice. This

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Hattie, J. (2023). Visible learning: The sequel. Routledge.

Saphier, J. & King, M. (1985). Good seeds grow in strong cultures. Educational Leadership, 42(6), 67-74.


Ayesha Farag
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Ayesha Farag is Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education in Newton Public Schools in Massachusetts, a coach of the Learning Forward Academy Class of 2026, and a graduate of the Learning Forward Academy Class of 2021.


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