Being Your Own Researcher

To understand the process that these authors underwent one need to know that ‘practitioner research’ is a long, reflective process that involves active teachers over a school year for exampl... See More

To understand the process that these authors underwent one need to know that ‘practitioner research’ is a long, reflective process that involves active teachers over a school year for example. These teachers (practitioners) ask questions about what they do daily and then develop action plans to investigate these questions, draw conclusions based on the evidence they gathered. This is then used to make changes in the way they teach. This article explains all aspects of the process and concludes with the benefits that arise from the process.

Understanding Practitioner Research

Through reading this article I learned what 'practitioner research' is and how it is beneficial to teachers and students alike. As a student-teacher I think it is crucial to reflect on the p... See More

Through reading this article I learned what 'practitioner research' is and how it is beneficial to teachers and students alike. As a student-teacher I think it is crucial to reflect on the practice of teaching. Observing students to behaviors and attitudes towards school, and their work output is the first step in discovering what you need to change about your teaching. The blame should not be placed on the student for doing poorly, it is a clear indication that you have to change something in the way you teach. As a soon to be teacher I realize the importance of continually reflecting and improving on your pedagogy. As teachers we are never done learning! Thanks for the great article :)