...Renowned American Educators Evertson and Weinstein (2006) define classroom management as “the actions teachers take to create an environment that supports and facilitates both academic and social emotional learning.” This simple means that classroom management is a set of rules, words, and deeds that you, the classroom teacher, use to keep your classroom running smoothly so that you and your students can work, teach, and learn safely and efficiently. I will first take into consideration the physical environment of my classroom. Since my students spend most of their time in the classroom, I have to make sure that they are in an environment where they are comfortable and safe. As a class we will come up with ideas and suggestion as to how we would like our classroom to look and be. According to Charles and Senter (2011), there are six facets of the physical environment of a classroom which teachers have to consider in providing a pleasant place for learning. These include floor space, wall space, shelf space, cupboard space, countertop space and closet space. By utilizing the limited space provided to us in our schools today, I will be able to have proper control over how I organised the set up of my classroom. I will design my classroom seating arrangements so that it can have an impact on the students also. I can remember being in standard four, the seating arrangement in the class were placed horizontally causing us to break out heads to see on the blackboard. This often cause...
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...A Future Teacher’s Philosophy of Education Education and children has always been a big part of my life. Education was always stressed upon in my house by both parents. It has never been an issue whether or not my brother and I would go to college; it has been a known fact that we would both attend college. With both of my parents being educators, education and children have always been very important in my upbringing. All my life, I have been around children, whether it has been babysitting, tutoring, working at a daycare, or just interacting with the children at my mother’s elementary school. Since I have spent so much of my life around people who work with children, it has become more and more evident to me, that I really want to become a teacher. After I complete my undergraduate degree in elementary education, I plan to start teaching right away and start working on my master’s degree during the summer. I plan to receive a master’s degree in school counseling at a college or university in the northeastern part of the US, since that is where I would like to teach. I personally believe that having an education is very important. For this reason, and since I like to help children, I think that I would make a good teacher and eventually a good school counselor. As a teacher, I want all my students to know that they can succeed and they can do anything they aspire to do. I want my students to know they are each unique in their own ways. I think that it is important...
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...Educational Philosophy Paper Beliefs about Teaching and Learning A teacher should know student’s psychology and should be dedicated toward the job. She should have sufficient knowledge about her subject and set challenging tasks for students. Final and most important teaching is such a vast field of study that a teacher should also keep on learning. On the other hand, a student learns best when learning is authentic. To enhance student learning, the school’s environment should be based on students’ s emotional and educational needs. A teacher should maintain positive relationship with the student and seek different methods to help the students to learn. Students usually learn best when they know they can. Beliefs about Students Each student has different needs. To make the students learn teachers need to engage them actively in learning. Teachers need to teach them from their point of view that is how they can learn better? We need to use different instructional methods. Beliefs about Knowledge The area of knowledge is very vast so a teacher must have the knowledge of whatever she will teach. Knowledge comes from information. So as many as sources a teacher has for information, she will have better knowledge of her field. But knowledge does not end if one has enough knowledge about something but also the way she delivers knowledge. Beliefs about What is Worth Knowing It makes worth...
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...SPECIAL EDUCATION - PHILOSOPHY My Special Education Philosophy S. Bruce Butrym Grand Canyon University: SPE 529N January 26TH, 2012 My Special Education Philosophy Philosophy…Webster defines that thought as, “a discipline comprising as a core logic, aesthetics, ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology.” With all due respect to Mr. Webster, combining the aforementioned subjects within a philosophical statement for one’s purpose in life may be the correct approach for ivy leagued institutions, but for an individual striving to reach high school age students within the Autistic Spectrum, in a TMD self-contained classroom; leaning ever so closely to a PMD format, a more down to earth approach would seem more appropriate. As such, after reviewing each of the core areas of philosophy, the subject of Metaphysics drew my attention. Defined in layman terms… Metaphysics allows me to, for one, to consider all I interact with within the schools four walls as “real beings”; and secondly, to consider those “real beings” as “genuine constituents” of the world that can hopefully can add additional strength to the makeup of that world. A major component to the development of my philosophy was to take advantage of the opportunity to interview a number of staff from my local high school; to review what these seasoned staff members had developed...
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...Educational Philosophies Elizabeth Howell Liberty University What is the philosophy of education? It is a set of ideas and beliefs that guides teachers’ actions and provides a framework for thinking about educational issues. (Kauchak and Eggen, 197) Teachers use philosophy everyday in their classrooms. From the time the first student enters their room until the last student walks out, philosophy is affecting the way the teacher runs his/her classroom and how they interact with their students. There are four different types of educational philosophies: Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, and Social reconstuctionism. There are also five classroom applications that help teachers decide which philosophies are used while they teach. They are educational goals, curriculum, teaching methods, learning environment and assessment. My educational goal is to develop problem solving, decision making and other life skills. This is progressivism. Progressivism is an educational philosophy emphasizing real-world problem solving and individual development. I feel that knowing the curriculum is important but it is just as important to teach the students how to use those skills in the real world. We have to help students to develop social skills as well as academic knowledge. Progressivism says that the purpose of schooling is to develop students as completely as possible—physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally. I completely agree with this statement. ...
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...My Educational Philosophy: A Reflective Comparison Introduction Throughout my five interviews, I noticed an important theme, the students. Every one of my interviewees, regardless of years of experience, has made strides to create and maintain positive relationships with his/her students. Not only do these relationships create trust and honesty in the classroom but they increase class participation and foster independence and creativity. It should be the goal of any educator to create an environment centered on the students and their success, in and out of the classroom. Not only does my educational philosophy encompass these views but so do the philosophies of my five interviewees. Interviews and Reflection I feel privileged and honored to have had the chance to contact a few teachers that have impacted me in a very positive way. Throughout my interviews I was able to speak with an Intervention Specialist who has been teaching moderate to severe developmental disabilities for four years. Her enthusiasm and positive energy carries over into her classroom and makes being in her room an enjoyable experience. My second interview was with a family member of mine who has been teaching high school math for six years. After reading his responses, I feel proud to know him. Not only is he uplifting and positive but he is honest and caring. The students are his first priority. My third and fourth interviews were conducted with two history teachers from my high school. One, I did...
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...My philosophy of education is rooted in my thoughts of what makes a teacher valuable to his or her school, specifically to his or her students. An effective educator is, first and foremost, someone who genuinely cares about the quality of the education in which a student is receiving. Memories of great teachers always involve teachers who put time and thought into their lessons and made an impact . I chose education as my career path because I hope to be able to make a difference in a child’s life. Time and time again I have seen children being educated poorly and/or not having appropriate role models in their life. I feel that an educator must not only be able introduce and engage the classroom material, but also be a counselor, coach, and mentor to the student. Failing to fulfill these roles gives a child the chance to slip through the educational system without having the opportunity to influence them. Once we put our philosophy in place, struggles occur with changing our philosophy. I believe that philosophies can be always changing any given situation and in order for growth as an educator we have to be aware to the situations that can change our philosophy, as well as being true to our core beliefs. However, in order for this to happen we must understand what philosophy is, and what it is not and how it fall in line with ideology and theories. Philosophy is our beliefs that will determine what we do professionally and personally. Not having a philosophy set in place...
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...Personal Philosophy Assignment Mariela Trujillo Child development 2 5-15-13 In the field early Child development my philosophy is based on three philosophies which are building relationships, discipline and classroom community. These three philosophies have a major important subject to look at when becoming involved in the child development field. All these philosophies teach infants, toddlers and preschoolers to learn how to behave and have a healthy growth and development. They are helpful ways for children to start learning and start looking at academics skills in education. These philosophies not only help them build some academics achievements but guide them to the social development and engage them to create friendships with other children and relationships with teachers. The first philosophy I would like to take a look at in the field of child development is building relationships. I want to be a teacher that helps every child get along with all the other kids and myself. Building relationships is based on trusting relationships with adults, young children learn about their world and their place in it. They learn the world is safe and responsive to their needs. They learn to form satisfying relationships with others, to communicate, to face challenges, and to experience and regulate their emotions. I want to be supportive in a child’s healthy social and emotional growth which takes commitment from all primary caregivers in the child’s life. This includes mothers...
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...Shan ice Hannah EDU 215: Education Foundation and Framework 09/23/2012 My own educational philosophy of teaching will be making sure my student receives knowledge. I want to bring learning to them in ways that they understand and also eager to learn more. What is philosophy a systematic body of thought that represent a worldview, of which education is a part, see beyond the moment, and dedicate inquiry into idea, tradition, and ways of thinking. I will discuss the four components of philosophy: metaphysis, epistemology, axiology, and logic An example of how metaphysis will appear in my classroom is discipline. No one will be treated disrespectfully and everyone must get alone, at least while in my classroom. Due unto others as you would have them do unto you. Jesus was bear on the cross for us, he was a good man. He was beaten and disrespected by bad people who didn’t like him because he stands for something good. In the bible it was stress that you should discipline your child: spare the rod spoils the child you do mischievous things you get punish. So being kind in the classroom will help bring off good vibes and learning can continue in the classroom. What is epistemology is the way we come to know truth by choice. An example of how epistemology will appear in my classroom is how I will be educating my students. I will have them do a lot of reading because that builds knowledge and understanding. This will also help...
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...Education Philosophy Jennifer Uhrmacher EDU/301 March 4, 2013 Tenika Fryson Education Philosophy Children learn in many different ways. The best I feel is through being actively engaged in the classroom. I am a strong believer in children needing hands-on learning, having an abundant supply of interesting material at their disposal and a caring and loving teacher to guide them through their learning experience. I feel that my goal, as a teacher, is to simply guide my students down the right path. To set out a so-called road map with a plan, agenda, and the tools needed to reach the end. I plan on putting the needs of the students first and try to remember that they are all very different in their own ways and will each have different needs, rather it be emotional, or educational. I feel that a constructivist approach will benefit the students the best and best support my educational philosophy. A constructivist believes that children create their own learning experiences and use their previous experiences to develop ways of solving challenges. Constructivists also believe that children learn better in groups. Children will benefit from learning how to work with others and watch how other students solve problems. To better implement my philosophy in the classroom I would need to set up a both welcoming and student-centered environment. I would probably have students desks paired together in groups of four, to allow for group activities, discussions, and teamwork....
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...Philosophy of Education (Example #1) My personal goal for my future classroom is to challenge students and watch them grow to their full potential. I want to take students at different levels and see them develop together for the betterment of each individual. Therefore, group work is the key to having a successful class and is something I value, especially with older students. The impact of group work, when students help fellow students, changes each person and transforms the atmosphere of the class as a whole. In my classroom, I want students to have freedom that allows for expression and creativity. Students should be able to experiment with likes and dislikes and to realize their strengths and weaknesses. After this base is developed, the curriculum can be molded to tie in each student’s learning style. I want to teach students in a way that has some straightforward instruction, but that also gives students room to grow and expand on their own. At the beginning of the year, it is understandable for the teacher to lead class discussions, but towards the end of the year, students will pose their own questions and try to answer them independently. I feel it is beneficial for students to sometimes work for the answer rather than being told because it stretches their knowledge and teaches them how to find information in a variety of ways. I also feel a key to success is for the class to work on projects to help others. As an educator, it is important...
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...All Children Can Learn Tina Martin L24558205 Henry Dorr 2013 EDUC 703-C03 Abstract My educational philosophy is rooted in the basic truth that “All Children Can Learn.” However, children learn at different paces and have various learning styles that must be accommodated. Achieving this goal requires that a teacher be creative, organized, patient, eclectic, spontaneous and possess an open-minded spirit to diversity. Independence, self-determination and interdependency are also at the core of my educational philosophy. I am a firm believer, that when given the tools and proper materials, encouragement and drive to succeed; there is no obstacle one cannot attain. This paper will discuss world views, philosophy of schools, instructional practices, and the teacher –student relationship. It will also discuss diversity in the school, and my calling as a teacher. All of which are important in the world of education. In this era, children are faced with some many obstacles on a daily basis. There are children in broken homes, children dealing with parents that have substance abuse; abused children placed in foster homes, children with disabilities, not to mention children being bullied within the school setting. With all these issues, children have low self-esteem, lack of self-worth and a lack of motivation. This group of children become involved with gangs, become teen parents, or either drop out of school and worst yet commit suicide. Teachers have to be social workers...
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...My Personal Philosophy of Special Education Michelle Cushman EDU/301 3/28/2015 Jennifer Baker Bottom of Form Top of Form Bottom of Form My Personal Philosophy of Special Education As a Substitute Teacher Aide for the special education classes in my school district, I know what the special education students are going through because I was in special education classroom all my life expect for Math and special activities, when I was younger and I was always treated badly by other kids cause of my speech and hearing problems which I was mistreated and making fun of all the time. I had my family and two very special teachers in my elementary school and high school that helped guided me in the right direction of who I am today and to prove others wrong that I can do it. Once I start working as a Substitute teacher aide for the special education classrooms my whole life change for the better because I can help kids like myself to understand how important it is for them to reach their goals and once they do it the other kids will be prove wrong. Once I realized that I could make a difference in the lives of the students, I knew where I wanted to be with my goals. During my work experience, I noticed that hands-on learning helps the students to understand what they are learning about. If I were teaching the special need students, about the different holidays that are celebrated around the world. I would have a calendar, picture of the culture on the map where...
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...Current Personal Philosophy of Classroom Management Grand Canyon University: EDU 536 December 9, 2012 Current Personal Philosophy of Classroom Management My current personal philosophy on Classroom Management: How the teacher should act. * Professional- dress, looks, and personality. You are someone the students need to look up to. * In control of the situation- Always having control of what is going on in your classroom. * Responsible- for my actions as a teacher and my student that I am teaching * Compassionate- Listen to your students and understand them. They are not your little robots. They are people to and you are to help them on their journey. These are the thing I believe is how a teacher should act when she is anywhere. At all times we as teachers are looked upon by the community, parents, and students are the role model and need to act like a role model. It is important we act as we want our students to act. How student are expected to behave. * Students are expected to have manners- Students need to use kind words as simple as please, thank you, and you are welcome. * Responsible- Students are to be responsible for their actions toward me and others. * Understand- Students need to understand right from wrong. * Respect- Students will understand and be respectful to the adults at school and other students. * To have a want- I expect my student to have want to learn and be there at school. If they do...
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...Craig Connor’s Philosophy of Education Craig Connor Mount Vernon Nazarene University PEL6003 History and Philosophy of Education October 1st 2011 Dr. Stephen Metcalfe Philosophy of Education When developing a philosophy of education, it is important to take into account student diversity, student learning, curriculum, classroom management, and technology. In the following, I will explain my ideas in these areas and how I will implement them in the classroom. Student Diversity As a future educator, I look forward to teaching children with diverse backgrounds. No classroom is made up of students who are all identical. I will encounter gifted children and ones with special needs. There may be boys and girls who are culturally different and from dissimilar economical circumstances. Gifted students are challenging because they grow impatient about material that doesn’t interest them. Therefore, it is important to modify lessons to accommodate their needs. For example, I will add further criteria that appeal to each of their interests. Just the opposite will be done with special needs children. Many times I will need to modify lesson criteria in order to fit their needs. It is best to limit their written work and set achievable objectives for them. When they do reach these goals, I will praise them for what they’ve done. It is a definite possibility that I will teach children of different cultures throughout my career. With that being said, I understand the importance...
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