Section One: Problem Identification (Due Week 3)Write a 2- to 3-page paper that includes the following information: Area of focus Problem statement should: begin with: “The problem is…” - The problem

Write a 2- to 3-page paper that includes the following information:

Area of focus

Problem statement should:

begin with: “The problem is…” - The problem is that 45 % of African American third grade boys who are emotionally handicapped are scoring 60 % or lower on daily math assignments.

be clear and focused

involve teaching and learning

address a problem you have the ability to personally influence

be something you feel passionate about

read as an “if/then” statement

Problem description should:

describe the problem statement in greater detail

include possible difficulties you may encounter

include reasons why the problem has not been addressed

include a rationale for selecting action research to address the problem

Purpose of the project

Why you picked this topic and how you relate to it