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Standard 9
** Teachers are able to evaluate themselves. **  The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.

**Evidence 1:** Action Research Reflection and Future Action Plan

The Action Research Reflection and Action Plan demonstrated my ability to evaluate my choices and myself as an educator. I intended to determine if exposing Art I students to online learning tools through a blended learning platform, would increase motivation to complete art journal pages. As a result of my research, the completion rates of art journal pages showed little to no improvement. Online learning tools did not increase motivation. Through my observations I concluded, students enjoyed the lab experience and the change of location from the classroom to the computer lab. Additionally, students were exposed to a wide selection of famous art works through the museum and gallery links, as compared to limited resources one can offer in the classroom.
 * Rationale 1:**

In this action research study through Marian University, I learned a lot about implementing a blended learning class, setting up a web site and using a variety of online learning tools all new educational approaches I have used for the first time. In the future, I will continue using the blended learning platform, knowing students enjoyed time spent in the computer lab while experiencing a richer learning environment through a greater range of visual resources.

KSD The teacher methods of inquiry by using observational notes and student surveys to analyze data and reflect on positive outcomes of the research project. Surveys shed light on students’ likes and dislikes, attitudes, and affective online learning tools.
 * 9.K.1 The teacher understands methods of inquiry that provide him/her with a variety of self-assessment and problem-solving strategies for reflecting on his/her practice, its influences on students’ growth and learning, and the complex interactions between them. **

I have met with colleagues in my department during in-services to develop a plan to sequenced learned concepts, techniques and art history units. I have shared many of the resources I have found while developing the online portion of the action research. We have worked to develop grade/age appropriate online educational resources that fit our curriculum.
 * 9.S.4 The teacher draws upon professional colleagues within the school and other professional areas as supports for reflection, problem-solving and new ideas, actively sharing experiences and seeking and giving feedback. **

Becoming a more effective teacher by refining and developing teaching practices is one of the outcomes of completing my action research project. The implementation of personalized online surveys provided immediate feedback from students. This allowed me to make weekly adjustment to the blended learning environment in an effort to address student needs.
 * 9.D.4 The teacher is committed to seeking out, developing, and continually refining practices that address the individual needs of students. **