The inquiry research was an
intense and rewarding process. A lot has been learned, not only on the chosen
theme, but also on how to develop a professional research project. It has also
brought new perspectives for my profession, my view as a dancer and desire for
other inquires.
However, the whole process has
not begun on this final Module only. During the whole course new concepts,
reflections and methods have been taught and were fundamental for developing
maturity, knowledge and view as a professional. To exemplify here, the Web 2.0
tools, the discussions about networking, ethics, learning methods and the
stimulation to enhance our critical reflection over our profession and
community of practice were some of the focus during this course. They were all
extremely important during the inquiry process. It was an opportunity to not
only present and investigate a theme, but also to put on practice everything
that has been learned.
Unfortunately I wasn't able to
attend many Skype Sessions. The time zone difference between Brazil and UK made complicate to manage my routine. However, during this Module I felt that I was
more in touch with other students from my Module and enjoyed this fact. I
enjoyed exchanging ideas and issues and I am actually, very curious to know more
about the other inquiries.
I finished my project this week
and concluded my Professional Artefact. Right now I am focusing on organizing
the Oral Presentation. I am selecting important information about the research process,
interesting materials, analysis and conclusions collected during the process. I
aim for a rich, clear and not boring presentation...hope I get there!
Coming back for the reflection
over this period, my inquiry theme is very much connected with my personal
experience and current needs. The research process then, was totally part of my
routine. It became a deep reflection period. For the development of the inquiry
new possibilities were brought: I had the opportunity to be with great
professionals and look deeply on my practice. The possibility to observe and be
part of some classes from the Angel Vianna University was fundamental not only
for this research but also for my career. The conversation with the
professionals interviewed were a great experience for further investigations
and discussions. The personal diary experience, a habit that I began on Module
one and will continue to be part of my routine, is a great activity to
stimulate reflection and to keep information. The Focus Groups were actually my favorite tool on this research. It was a chance to totally concentrate on the
theme of my inquiry. While planning the meeting, I learned how to provide
information, organize an activity and stimulate a discussion afterwards. I was
also an outsider viewer, observing the participants chosen, which was great for
further analysis.
The
Professional Artefact was very gratifying as well. I elaborated a video, as I
found that has not a better way to discuss about movement then actually showing
them. I aimed to reach a quality of a constant investigation, providing
information and images for further discussions. I concluded that a video-making
process was a way to exercise my own creativity and new skills such as editing,
filming and organizing a film.
This
whole process brought desires to continue investigating, in this case, the
creativity theme. Also, new discussions came, and I got in contact with
important professionals who provided me new opportunities. . I was very glad
with the fact that some professionals were very interested on my research and
suggested me to elaborate a Portuguese version of it. I believe it became a way
to stimulate a dialogue between techniques, cultures and I enjoyed telling a
bit about my experience and current needs, exchange ideas, techniques and
reflections between students, institutions and professionals.
I wish all the best for the other students on
this final period….and as I said on the beginning; I am very interested to know
about your inquiries. Let’s continue to exchange ideas!
