It is an interesting quandary learning to lead with passion and knowledge. As we build our scaffolds in this program is it imperative to understand the principals outlined in our Dana text yet be able to actually apply them to our practice in the classroom and on our campus and district. There is an overlap on the nine wonderings of an administrator yet I can see the distinct separations and why they should be kept separate.
I did get a bit distracted when reading the beginning of the chapter when the author was making the point of the people being what is important, not the programs - I looked up the Baldridge Model. I wondered around that information for hours and then sent an email to my principal about it. It is not the point of the week's lesson, but it is a good framework for a beginning to great leaders.
I also really enjoyed the introductory video with Dr. Jenkins and his two areas of concern for an action research topic; purpose and significance. I actually viewed it twice with pauses for note taking. I will work to consider the four elements of purpose and the focus of significance as I work and review my lesson plans.
Kim, I agree that just understanding the principles is not enough, we need to have a deeper understanding so that we can implement them effectively. I, too, enjoyed Dr. Jenkins video. It kind of helps keep things in perspective. Action research is not something just to do. It needs to serve a purpose, otherwise, it is pointless.
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