Action research...What did I just say?

        This week, I began class #2 in my journey to complete my Master's degree in Educational Leadership.  At first, the idea of "research" seemed unbelievable, and quite frankly scary.  I have learned in my studies this week that action research is something that I am already doing from time to time on an informal basis in my classroom.  Simply put, it is choosing to reflect and collect data on a particular topic that is relevent in my classroom, as well as school.   Because I now know the importance of action research, and the role that reflection plays in being successful at this, I have learned the most valuable lesson of all this week...(drum roll please)..., it is human nature to make time for the things that are of importance in our lives!  When an effort is put into building time for inquiry into the daily routine, there will always be inquiry and reflection present and ready to utilize.  Now that I realize the choice is up to ME to be proactive in analyzing data and reflecting upon my decisions, I will most certainly be holding myself accountable when I do not "have time" for inquiry.  The reason I do not have time to find solutions to my biggest questions, is because I did not "make time".