Well, I think I've narrowed my possibilities down a bit. My main problem isn't a lack of ideas--it could be a lack of time to collect data. By the beginning of December, what topic can I implement in the classroom that will allow me to observe, analyze, interview, collect data, perform case studies and document achievement (or lack thereof)?
What I'm thinking about right now is developing a portfolio of evidence to show that Reading Apprenticeship is working at the high school level. Unofficially, my colleagues and I have nigh a ton of anecdotal evidence to show the philosophy and our implementation is a success. Out of all my students last year, only 1 did not show improvement in close reading and reflective skills by the end of the year (via pre and post tests--CERA). However, the kiddos scores stayed relatively flat on their yearly standardized tests.
So...I don't know if this would be a good thing to research or not. I have all the tools in place, I'm engaged in the topic and I'm excited to show how RA benefits students. But this is certainly a topic I have preconceived notions about, and I'm wondering if I should select something a bit more neutral (like vocabulary). Thoughts?
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