remember. I do and I understand." -Confucius My personal philosophy of education is most closely related to constructivism‚ which is a theory based on the thought that learning is student led and teachers are the facilitators of children’s learning. Within this type of learning students are required to be active thinkers‚ explainers‚ interpreters and questioners (Woolfolk & Margetts‚2007). Constructivism is an educational philosophy that focuses on constructing knowledge through rich and authentic
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generation may never get to share this memory or experience this sentimental feeling‚ because cursive is being taken out of today’s curriculum. The CNN article” Cursive vs. typing: Which should schools teach?” written by Rachel Rodriguez‚ gives an insight to the touchy subject on weather cursive should be taught in schools. In the United States forty out of fifty states have taken on the Common Core curriculum‚ which rules out the need of cursive writing in the public school classroom. “According
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educator‚ my philosophy of education is student centered. I believe on focusing on the individual needs of the student‚ as well as involving them in the process of learning. I believe that students learn best through real-world experiences. I also believe that not all students relate to material in the same way. Motivation and interest are the two most important aspects when teaching students‚ because it gives them the desire to learn and succeed. I believe that my educational philosophy foundation
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Philosophy of Education My philosophy of education is based on the ideas that I have about education that are framing my critical goals as an educator at this moment. As a teacher I believe that it is important to be aware of the individual needs‚ strengths and abilities of each of my students. With this awareness‚ I will be able to challenge each student in what Vygotsky calls their "zone of proximal development." At the same time‚ I will use this information to help build the self-esteem of
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1. What is Philosophy? - Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems‚ such as those connected with reality‚ existence‚ knowledge‚ values‚ reason‚ mind‚ and language. The word "philosophy" comes from the Ancient Greek (philosophia)‚ which literally means "love of wisdom" 2. What is your philosophy? - To serve and not be served. Always aim for excellence in attaining your goal. 3. What is your philosophy in life as a health provider? - I want them to learn how they can cope
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Philosophy of Education I believe education is an experience and the foundation of human interactions. Being in school is where students gain the knowledge that they will need in the future and to also help them determine what they want to do with their lives. In order for this to be in progress there must be teachers who will prepare them and take them through the steps they need to go through. To instruct someone... is not a matter of getting him to commit results to mind. Rather‚ it is to teach
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My personal philosophy of education is most closely related to progressivism‚ which is a school of thought advocating that truth is determined by function. Progressivism is an educational philosophy focused on providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary not only to survive but also to succeed in a contemporary and competitive society. William James and John Dewey are accredited for developing the characteristically American philosophy of education that is progressivism
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Philosophy of Education Education plays a big role in the world today‚ which is why I believe it is so important. Throughout my time in my education classes at HSU I have heard many different reasons why people want to become a teacher. I’ve heard things like “I want to become a teacher to have summers off”‚ or “I just really love kids!” I believe to become a teacher you have to have far bigger/better reasons than that‚ because being a teacher really takes a lot of dedication and passion.
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progressive teacher‚ I will serve as an assistant or partner and guide students in learning. Students should have considerable freedom to determine what and how they learn. This is does not meant the teachers do not provide some structure in the class or that students do whatever they want. I will see where the students are and lead them to where they should be by the end of the year. I believe a teacher should use various methods to instruct students in the class to make sure that all students have a chance
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My Philosophy of Education TEACHER ROLES: I believe that the teacher of elementary students has many roles. I will sometimes be a facilitator-guide‚ sometimes a supportive‚ nurturing mother-like figure‚ and sometimes a sage who imparts knowledge. I will encourage my students to become more self-aware and self-managing. I believe that elementary school teachers must focus significant classroom time on the acquisition of social and community skills such as mutual respect‚ cooperation‚ friendship-building
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