Action research is a systematic form of inquiry that is reflective and is carried on for a problem that is of personal interest. Action research focuses on providing insight into an administrator's practice in an effort to make changes and improve schools for increasing student achievement. It is a collective and collaborative process which gives leader opportunities to work with peers to find solutions to challenges that are specific to the home campus. It is a form of job embedded professional development that provides strategies for teachers and administrators in terms of school operations and student success (Dana, 2009). It transforms an administrator into an engaged practitioner. Action research can be used to address any type of challenge or issue that may occur on campus. Because of its reflective nature it helps to delve more deeply into issues, and come out with effective solutions (Dana, 2009). It can be used to develop tailored plans to bring about change that is specific to the home campus. It is used to integrate theory, practice, and helps to apply the results of data collected .Action research has the potential to generate sustained improvement in schools, it helps to try out new methods and materials and to assess how effective the new methods are.

Blogging can be used by the school leaders to create a learning community that goes beyond the school walls. It helps them to present a point of view and to have the stake holders voice their opinion on policies and procedures. It can be used as a great communication and feedback tool.


Dana, N.F.(2009).Leading with passion and knowledge:The Principal as action researcher