My philosophy in 2011I believe that Education is necessary for every human and should readily be available to all.
Teachers have the responsibility to make the student feel loved in a safe classroom environment in order to motivate them to learn. The teacher is also responsible to report any deficiency needs, because the classroom is a place where students should feel welcomed and comfortable enough to participate in activities and discussions. The teacher should have the ability to adapt concepts to different children including low-ability, students with disabilities, ESL students, and gifted and talented. |
My philosophy as of 2013 I strongly believe all students must be given the
opportunity to learn. Each child has the potential to bring uniqueness to this world. Teachers have the responsibility to open the eyes of their students to a world of possibilities through Education. Education should provide the necessary skills for students to not only survive but thrive in life as well. Although teaching facts is important, so is teaching analytical skills, people skills, and character building. Teachers have the responsibility to make their students feel loved in a safe classroom environment in order to motivate them to learn. It should be a place where students can feel welcomed and comfortable enough to participate in activities and discussions. The classroom should be a place where students can share ideas and learn through collaboration. The teacher should be able to adapt concepts to different children including low-ability, students with disabilities, ESL students, and gifted and talented. Again, all students have right to education and a teacher who believes in them. At the beginning of the school year students should be greeted by their names and should be encouraged to tell about him or herself. Children like to talk about themselves, as does everyone, and they will thank the teacher for the opportunity. If the students are comfortable around the teacher, they will be more likely to obey her. Class rules should be established at the first of the year and the children should help in the rule making process. Consistency is a huge key in controlling the class because it tells the students that the teacher "means business”. I believe parents play a key role in the education of their children and should be included in school activities and classroom learning. Proper communication between parents and the teacher is an absolute must and will aid in student success. Families should be encouraged to share their culture and traditions with the class. The students will learn that culture adds to each person’s uniqueness and that all cultures add to the overall makeup of the classroom. As a future educator, I have a passion for learning and I believe it is necessary for me to continue my education and training throughout life. I enjoy learning and want to share the same passion with my students by making education interesting as well as meaningful. |
Philosophy Reflection
As you can see, my current philosophy is much more detailed than my original one. I know a lot more than I did but I know I still have much to learn and that my philosophy will be constantly changing. At the beginning I believed that education was mostly about teaching children history, math, and English. I now know that as an educator that it is my responsibility to teach children how to prioritize, empathize, lead, collaborate, and so forth. I love where I am at in my education journey and I know the future will bring many lessons and eye-opening experiences.