Action research gives the feeling of empowerment. It allows the principal to decide what is best for his/her school instead of relying on professional development that may or may not be implemented in the classroom. Traditional research projects are being replaced by action research projects. Action research concerns real-world happenings within your school verses traditional research projects that group people and objectives.  There are four ways action research can be completed. They can be completed through university coursework, superintendent/district meetings, leadership teams, and professional learning communities. (Dana, 2009) Each way identifies a problem within a school and the people within the school (teachers, administration) come up with a solution to the problem. Leaders work collaboratively with each other for the betterment of the school. Action research is defined as a process of a principal engaging in systematic intentional study of her own administrative practice and taking action for change based on what she learns as a result of the inquiry. I was very apprehensive at first about action research. Now, however, I'm more excited than nervous. Action research seems much more interesting and will directly affect my school. I look forward to seeking out change and reflecting on my practices.