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Using School-Based Action Research in
School Improvement; 2 case studies
Workshop Session for Headteachers
Dany Thomas & Madeleine DanaherNovember 2014
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Introduction
• School based action research
• Outline of the ‘Preparation for Deputy Headship’ course
• 2 case studies
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School Based Action Research – what is it?
• Taking action to improve an aspect of school practice plus systematic study of the action and its consequences
• Typically designed and conducted by practitioners who analyse a range of data from their schools to improve practice
• A type of applied research
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Action Research – some aspects to consider
• Individual or collaborative?
• Data gathering methods
• Key questions
• Golden rules for selecting a topic
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Preparation for Deputy Headship
Objectives• To prepare for the challenges of deputy
headship • To identify the skills and qualities necessary
for success in the post• To support reflection and identify strengths
and personal objectives for development• To prepare for application and interview
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Course Overview
• The role of the Deputy Headteacher, including:• effective leadership• Refelction on personal strengths and areas for development• Presentation by a Head and Deputy from a Southwark school
• Effective school improvement, including:• data analysis, self-evaluation and Ofsted
• Evaluating and improving teaching and learning• Effective observation and feedback
• Using the Pupil Premium effectively• Funding, accountability and identifying good practice
• Preparation for interview• School improvement project and presentation• Work shadowing opportunities• Next steps
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School Improvement Project
• Linked to – Key school improvement priorities– Personal/professional objectives
• Initial planning• Present project outline following discussion/
confirmation in school– Discussion and refinement in the group
• Updates on progress • Presentation of findings to the group
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Impact of School Improvement Project
• Individual• Knowledge and understanding• Pedagogy • Professional development
• School• Pupils• Colleagues• School practice
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Two Case Studies
1. Hannah Baker, Crampton Primary
2. Zohra Benotmane, Snowsfields Primary