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This educational philosophy states my beliefs and how I plan to put them into use in the classroom.PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION 3 My Personal Philosophy of Education Education is a unique experience for all students that enter a classroom, Teaching can be challenging, but its fulfilling knowing that you can impact students’ lives in a positive way. 1 ‘want to provide students with a quality education that facilitates leaning and growth, academically, ethically and personally. My personal goal for my future classroom is to challenge students and make sure that I provide them with a quality education that will equip them to suceeed in fife Its my duty to make sure all students are being motivated and engaged in eaming, I believe that all students are capable of learning and I want to make sure my classroom is inclusive. I believe that students should have freedom that allows for expression and creativity. is about making choices and individuals are responsible for the effects of the choices we make, I plan to use constructivist methods of teaching because it forces students to take an active role in their education, making choices and taking responsibility for discovery and inquiry. This is why I am drawn to the existentialism educational philosophy, because for the existentialist, the world of existence, choice, and responsibility is primary (Webb, 2010). Giving students choices helps to build their self-esteem so that they can be productive in society, My Beliefs I believe that all children are capable of learning but that itis their choice whether or not they will take advantage of the opportunity. (Webb, 2010) states the nature of knowledge of existentialism is that the individ teacher fo present students with appealing and desirable opportunities to Tearn. I also believe that students attitude toward education or anything that is being taught in the classroom is a reflection of the teacher’s attitude. It is imperative that teachers are conscious about their attitudes and demeanor when in the presence of students. When learning is made appealing and the instructorPHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION 4 has a positive and motivating attitude, I truly believe that students will instinctively mimic the teacher and choose to learn. Educational Philosophy and Applicati ‘The school serves as a family and it is important that student’s know their role. The role of the teacher is to care for students as well as guide, protect, teach, and influence their young, socially, emotionally, and physically. ‘The students’ role is to actively engage in learning so that they are able to make lifelong choices and decisions that will lead to their success in and out of the classroom. Learning, tive, engaging, and not just lecture and busy work. Parent involvement is crucial for the success of the student in the classroom. Instruction in the classroom should be flexible and inclusive. Purpose of School. As in the philosophy of existentialism, I believe that education should stress individual responsibility and choice. The school a place for children to develop as individuals, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and economically. Not all children will come ee eee mee ergo neee epee children on the importance of education and how it is their responsibility to get it if they choose to, The teacher is responsible for teaching the students the intellectual skills such as math, reading, science, and social studies. Children need to be taught social skill so that they are able to take responsibility for moral and social responsibility. Schools prepare students for the real world, Children’s Nature. I grew up on Philippians 4:13 which states “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. All kids are capable of learning and they ean do whatever their hearts desire but it takes encouragement. Students need encouragement to build their confidence and willpower. When it comes to children’s nature the behaviorist theory reflects how see the nature of the learner, Most behaviors are leamed and can be taught and modified andPHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION students have the disposition to change (Webb, 2010). Teachers need to be aware of theit behaviors so that they ean lead the children by example. Instructional Methods. I am a firm believer that students learn through play and experiences, Play i a reflection of what students have learned. Through play students lear logical concepts and creative thinking, (Decker, 2006). Therefore in my lessons I will come up with unique and innovative ways to teach materials such as games, role playing, open discussions and anything that involves students physically, Though all children can learn, | believe that not all children learn at the same rate, That is why I will be flexible in my teaching methods so that I will reach all of my students and all of my students will be included. All students are created equally and differently. The best way for anyone to leam depends on that individual. I have learned from various education courses and through my own experiences that everyone has their own way of learning and what works best for one may not work for all, Students also learn by doing, I believe in hands on experience, when children learn in this way the information is more likely to stick with them. I remember being in elementary school and ‘when we learned about weather my teacher allowed us to go outside or open the classroom window and become the weathermen for the day. Those experiences where more memorable than just reading from a book about weather. [ also believe that students lear by exploring the world. Some learning should take place outside of the classroom as well. I will make it my business to make sure my students have at least two field trips during the year. I also know that instruction can’t just be all play, experience, and exploration. Children should be engaged in problem solving and content that will be useful to them in the real world. I will never just teach the standardized test to students. If you teach the criteria needed in math, science, language, reading, and social studies for elementary students affectively, the student will have leamed allPHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION 6 they need and some for test time. The key for student success inside the classroom must include assignments that call for parent interaction. Therefore, I will create interactive homework a ignments. Homework completed by the parent and student working together, gives parents ‘meaningful reasons to interact with their child about school learning (Diffily, 2004). Doing this will create that alliance between home and school, as well as creating a bond between parent and teacher. | feel this is important so that the teacher can stay informed with what’s going on at home and parents can stay informed with what’s going on at school. ‘Classroom Management. The key to managing a classroom starts with the teacher, I belive that the first priority of the teacher must be self control. (Bailey, 2001) states “To touch others, we must be in touch with ourselves”. (p. 202) I will have one rule in my class and that will be “Have Respect”, I believe that if children have respect everything else will fall up under it. Students should respect themselves, others, and adults. Each student will be held accountable for following the rules of the classroom. Before I can hold the students accountable for the class I must first acknowledge that, as (Bailey, 2001) points out, “children cannot behave differently until they are seen differentl."(p. 174). As the saying goes “Never judge a book by its cover” teachers shouldn’t define a student based on bad behavior. If teachers are attentive and willing to listen they will see that sometimes situations that occur hold a deeper issue. I will give my students choices, because choices build will power and self esteem, My students will also know that for every choice they make whether good or bad there is a consequence. By allowing students to make choices, {ink tha the teacher should offer encouragement instead of judgment when students make poor choices. I want to implement job boards and class meeting in my class, Therefore students will learn responsibility and how to express their feeling to others when they feel disrespected and they will learn that actions have consequences.PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION 7 | | | | Learning Assessments. A students’ own interest should determine what they learn and how they are assessed, not standardized test. I don’t want to be that teacher whom overwhelms her students with the traditional methods of testing only. I believe all parts of learning should be fun and interactive. I want to come up with ereative ways to access students, other than multiple choice, fill in the blank, and short answer test. Since I really would like to work with first through third graders, I would like to test my students in ways that will help prepare them for real world experiences, Other than the required mandated test, I would like to use project base assessment, as well as group and individual assessments. These type of an assessment teaches responsibility, independence, and teamwork which are traits that will also students in the real world, I'll use observational assessments as well. Therefore I can see how a concept is reflected ina student’s activity and keep note of it. Students should be accessed through informal conversa ions by asking them open ended questions. If a child is able to explain the content being taught, then you know that students truly understand the material. I will also use the interview assessment with my students to find out specific information. I like this method because with that I know I can have that one on one time to make sure I meet all of my students needs, Proverbs 22:6 states '"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he shall not depart from it”. I will work hard to make these changes in the classroom, so that not only will I guide children academically but impart in them wisdom and knowledge that they will keep with them forever. I believe that early years of learning holds the foundation of how children will view education and the rest of their lives. It will be my responsibility to set a strong foundation for all of my students to build upon,PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION References Bailey, B. A. (2001). Conscious discipline, 7 basic skills for brain smart classroom management. ‘Teaching Strategies. Decker, C. (2006). Children: The early years. Tinley Park, Illinois: The Goodheart Wileox ‘Company, Inc. Diffily, D. (2004). Teachers and feamilies working together. Boston: Peatson/A and B. Jones, V. F,, & Jones, L. 8. (2001). Comprehensive classroom management: Creating communities of support and solving problems. Boston: Allyn and Bacon. ‘Webb, D., Metha, A., & Jordan, F. (2010). Foundations of american education. (Sixth ed.). 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