Meghan Mosher's ePORTFOLIO
Step 1 - Selecting a Focus
For my Action Research Project I investigated how websites and posters were different in presenting projects and why students chose one or the other.
Step 2 - Clarifying Theories and
Step 3 - Identifying Research Questions
Developing 21 century technology skills, like using digital media for projects is a skill expected of students today, I wanted to look into what barriers my students were experiencing.
Step 4 - Collecting Data
My data collection included gathering student work, comparing student scores on the project, and soliciting students opinions on why they chose which project format.
Step 6 - Reporting Results and
Step 7 - Taking Informed Action
The results of my Action Research Project will inform my further teaching and how I introduce and facilitate technology-based lessons and projects.
Step 5 - Analyzing Data
I compared the scores of websites vs posters and analyzed if the reason students didn't choose to make a website was due to any barriers.