Updated Action Research

As a result of inputs from other professionals, I have adjusted my research focus. My topic has become more specific and the identification of what I must observe is more concise.

Action Planning Template
Goal: Evaluate the impact of the Read 180 Program on the reading levels of at-risk fourth grade students at Holbrook Elementary.
Action Steps(s):	Person(s) Responsible:	Timeline: Start/End	Needed Resources	Evaluation
Evaluate the students’ lexile, STAR and grades from entry into 4th grade to first nine weeks into 5th grade.	Kimberly Darden	February 2012-May 2013	-180 reports -Student report cards -STAR scores -Computer & Printer	-Compilation of student scores
Review the Read 180 Implementation video to understand Scholastic’s Instructional model.	Mrs. Mahlmann Kimberly Darden	February 2012	-Read 180 Implementation DVD -Computer with internet connection	-Summary describing the instructional model of Read 180 Implementation DVD
Observe 4th grade 180 classes during instructional times to assess adherence to or divergence from the Read 180 Instructional model.	Mrs. Mahlmann Kimberly Darden Ms. Hudson Ms. Wells	February 2012- May 2013	-Observation Log -Notepad/pen	-Completed observation log -Typed record of discussion
Monitor Progress and assess how the findings inform Holbrook Elementary (CIP) Campus Improvement Plan.	Mr. Mitchell Mrs. Mahlmann Kimberly Darden	February 2012-May 2013	-Principal/VP -CIP	-Administrator survey/feedback