Week 3 Action Research Steps

Goal: To determine and evaluate why parents choose charter schools over public schools and how much of an impact it makes for their students.
Action Steps	Persons Responsible	Timeline Start/End	Needed Resources	Evaluations
1. Gather and research data from various outlets that I am using such as the internet, books, interviews, etc. on charter schools and public schools.	Clarence Kea Barbara Polk	Data will be gathered un until the last day. July 9th-August 13th	Internet access followed by books, journals, and articles supporting both schools.	Review the information provided thoroughly to ensure that the facts are accurate and they support each type of school accurately.
2.  Do a comparing/contrasting analysis on charter schools vs. public schools then document the findings.	Clarence Kea	This document will determine the outcome of the  decision whether parents choose a charter school or a public school. August 9th-13th	Computer, books, journals, articles, recorded interviews.	Review the information and determine the pros and cons of each school and make sure the resources are documented and accounted for.
3.  Compile the list of the results to reach a conclusion as to which school is considered the best overall and review it with my site supervisor. Make a list of suggestions on ways to improve in all areas.	Clarence Kea Barbara Polk	This will be conducted at the end of the research process and will be presented on the last day. August 13th	N/A	Review the list of results with my site supervisor and make any revisions as necessary. Discuss ways to implement the suggestions to improve the argument. Re-evaluate in a year and see if there were any changes.