Additionally, giving them a safe and respectful environment in which to dissent, if it is justified, can assist them with becoming free thinkers. The ultimate goal for a teacher is to graduate a group of students who can think openly, crave knowledge for knowledge's sake, and to explore the world around them in order to find answers to the deeper meanings of life’s questions. Using Kohn’s model offers teachers a sliver of hope that they may
A large group of students in the United States makeup a large population of English language learners. Students who are considered English language learners undergo many challenges in their education, and without the necessary support and resources from their educators it can make it hard for them to succeed. A teacher plays a significant role in the success of a child, and it is crucial for them to be able to provide the proper education to students whose first language is not English. It is also very important for teachers to understand the challenges that these students are facing. Having empathy towards the students allows for the teacher to create better connections and relationships to better help them.
I’ve always had a deep admiration for learning because learning is the only path to growth. While education certainly does not stop in the classroom, it is certainly a key place to expand one’s comprehension of a variety of skills and topics. Being in a learning environment like a classroom not only exposes one to a seasoned instructor that can impart knowledge on you but a surplus of different classmates with different upbrings and ideology that expands perception on an idea in a way that gives new light on a concept one may have never seen before.
The power of education beings with a great foundation. I believe that we are all born with an innate drive to learn and every child should have the opportunity to experience the power of education in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment. For this environment to be successful, I will provide students with the space to express themselves, opportunities to explore their curiosity, and ¬experiences in which they are able to grow as individuals. It is my goal, as an educator, to help students discover and foster their ability to learn and build upon their foundation of knowledge. To achieve these goals, it is important that I first understand the role schools within society, the role of students, my role as an educator, the design of my curriculum/classroom management strategies, and the role of parents within my classroom.
What do you currently teach and where? I am a December graduate of the University of Charleston. I graduated magna cum laude. After graduation I began substituting. I substituted at a variety of schools in Kanawha County in a variety of grades.
My philosophy of education is to be a game changer. God has given each of us many gifts and talents. If we don’t use them, we will lose them. I want to use my gift to give back what was given to me. As an educator, I would like to create a path of learning for my students where there are no limits and no boundaries for learning.
As a philosophical educator, my first purpose in the classroom is to present progressively thought-provoking material based upon learning objectives, providing tools and guidance for success. My second assignment is to create a space of safety and reciprocal respect, where students are free to experiment and take risks, and are encouraged to work with integrity. Students must go through some type of confusion in order to reach something bigger and become original. My methodology originates from an interpretation of Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. In Plato’s theory, the cave represents empirical evidence.
I want to give students the tools to learn and be successful. I want to create a change in education, at the very least for the students that are selected for my classroom. In Freire’s article “There is no Teaching Without Learning” it talks about how one must allow themselves to learn in order to teach (Freire). I believe I can incorporate so much from this article into my classroom because I want to learn from my students and understand the best ways to help them learn and grow as people (Freire). I also want to give them the education they deserve rather than pushing them out of my classroom and onto the next teacher.
Since I have become an Education Major at McNeese State University, I have become very familiar with the Burton College of Education’s Conceptual Framework. Such principles include professionalism, diversity, collaboration, and reflection. As teacher candidates and representatives of McNeese State University, we have always been encouraged to uphold such high standards as these in the field and wherever else we may find ourselves. As I look back to the beginning of my time in the Education program I can see that each one of these principles has made me the future teacher that I will one day be. My goal is to strive in excellence wherever I go and continue to be the lifelong learner using these four components in my own classroom.
We live in a world that is becoming more and more globalized every day by news, ideas, information, and technology being available to the masses. This globalization has lead us to the need of understanding different people and where they come from, and understanding different subjects that make us more well rounded individuals. My coursework was very well rounded and included classes such as; Art History, Cultural Understanding, Economics, Accounting, Management, Government Policy, and History. I believe the key to being able to teach and to breakthrough to people, is to be able to understand the way they think, and where they come from.
Before coming to college, I had a terribly narrow view of the world. For most situations, it was my way or the highway. I often thought other’s opinions did not matter as much as mine, but interactions with other students in both academic and social life gradually changed this perception. Now I am able to accept new viewpoints and learn from others. As a teacher, I use this information to learn from my
As a learner, the most salient dimensions of learning for me is are the evolution of knowledge and technology, not to be afraid to ask questions and be open to different views. One of the most positive outcomes is a commitment to “radical openness,” the will to explore different perspectives and change one’s mind as new information is presented (hooks, 2003, p. 48). Understanding that there are always more sides to a story just like there can be many solutions to a problem is key to better prepare these students. Entering graduate school and then becoming a teacher, it will be important for me to maintain this openness for each student. To know that each student is different and have a classroom full of them, will be a process to maintain such openness.
Students deserve to learn at their own paces and styles with the help of teachers to incorporate that diversity in their teaching style to match the students’ learning styles. Teachers have responsibilities to facilitate student learning, teach basic skills students need in their lives, and help students grow as individuals. As a future teacher, I have many personal goals I wish to achieve with my students in guiding them to discover their interests, find the value in what they are learning, and see how their academics can build the foundation for helping the world be a better place. Students deserve to be able to thrive and flourish in a learning environment that prepares them not only how to succeed on an academic standpoint but also with succeeding in life. Learning allows people to grow and change into who they would like to be, for a world of experienced and educated people is a better off
The core concept of effective teaching can be described as being based upon a foundation of understanding (Killen, 2012). An effective teacher is one who ensures understanding is met by managing learning opportunities, placing emphasis on cultural, social and emotional development and emphasising the importance self-esteem and identity (Cremin & Arthur, 2014). My specialisation within the Master of Teaching is in primary education, so socialisation is an important element in the role of the teacher . Children need to learn how to function in an environment larger than their home and understand the norms of society (Cremin & Arthur, 2014). Killen (2012) explains that critical reflection of self as a learner and teacher is vital in becoming an
My desire to teach originates from my own personal academic experience. At a young age, I was inspired by my teachers to learn as much as I can, and to use that knowledge to pursue my dreams. Similarly, I would like to ignite children’s desire to learn and encourage them to pursue their own dreams. The teachers who had the most positive impact on my academic and personal life were approachable, natural nurturers, passionate about teaching, and had a genuine interest in the lives of their students. These qualities I myself hope to develop as I pursue my dream in becoming an elementary teacher.
