Jenna Bolle ED 315-06 09/21/2011 Philosophy of Education The quality of education is the foundation of the educational experience.

Not only the material presented, but also how the subjects are taught. Teachers should have firsthand experience and thorough training before being able to teach within a classroom setting. Universities therefore should have top notch programs to prepare students for their teaching positions after receiving their degree. Schools should be located in populated areas for example cities and suburban towns, with transportation available for students who live in the outskirts of the districts. Curriculum should be the charge of the teachers, principals, and superintendents; they have the experience needed to make the correct judgments on what should be taught and what information is important for their future. It should consist broadly of mathematics, social studies, language arts, art/music, science, and English. However there should not be strict requirements such as four years of math, and much more. Students should be able to choose classes that will benefit their future goals and professions. School day length should also be in charge of those chosen to dictate the curriculum. There should be a maximum amount of hours for the year, but days off, among other choices can be decided and differ from district to district. Education should begin at the age of 6, starting with kindergarten, and should continue how our system is today, Kindergarten through 12th grade. The three school levels, elementary, middle, and high school will prepare students in stages to gradually increase their education. Teaching them in levels helps comprehension with the age they are currently. Students then have the choice, following that education, to either continue on to university or work.