Don't Assess...Consider the Quality of My Research

I found the reading for week 5 interesting and helpful. When I first thought about trying to assess my research I was unsure about how to do this. The 5 Quality Indicators helped give me direction. When I understood it was not about assessment, but considering the quality of the research, I was then able to apply it to my research process.

Quality Indicator 1
Context of Study:
As I examine the context in which my inquiry took place, I will detail information about the school, district, teachers, students, content, and curriculum. Understanding the background will help me focus on the need for the inquiry.

Quality Indicator 2
Wondering(s) & Purpose:
I will consider and explain the root of my questions/wonderings in detail. This will include the importance of the research to me, how my inquiry is connected to pertinent & appropriate literature, and make sure my questions are clear, focused inward, and open-ended. This examination will make sure I address all aspects of the wondering(s) and purpose.

Quality Indicator 3
Principal Research Design (Data Collection & Data Analysis):
The design of my research will involve collecting data from multiple sources and explaining the procedures and how the data is analyzed. I will also include a timeline for data collection. The timeline will enable me to stay on track and not get bogged down. Focusing on the amount of data I collect and what I do with it will make sure I have enough to answer questions and provide solutions without losing the focus in a mass of information.

Quality Indicator 4
Principal-Researcher Learning:
I will make clear statements about what was learned and support those statements with detail from the data. This will include readings, discussion, and reflection. This will enable me to make sure my learning is clear to me, as well as others.

Quality Indicator 5
Implications for Practice:
I will give detailed examples of changes made or changes I will consider making based on the learning from my inquiry. Giving detailed information connected to possible changes brought about because of the learning gained from the inquiry will reduce misunderstanding and confusion.

These 5 strategies will enable me to make sure I've thoroughly covered my topic and have a clear understanding of the direction the learning is leading me into.