My educational philosophy is simple. I aspire that no kids in my classroom are left behind. I want each student to have an equal chance at succeeding in his or her education. I will focus on each student individually and make sure they are accomplishing their goals. I will be aware of each students needs and make modifications and accommodations if the situation calls for it. I will make sure my students are active participants in learning by including different learning styles throughout the class.
Students in my classroom need to be
active learners. It is important that they are focused on what is being taught.
They will be engaged in the lessons and pay attention to what I am teaching. I
will come up with lessons that keep the students interested and on track to
learning something new. Students will learn how to memorize, how to take notes,
how to study, and how to express themselves in their learning. They will learn
different methods of understanding information and taking it in.
Differentiation will be very
important in my classroom. I want each student to have equal chances at
succeeding, and make modifications for students who may need extra help in
certain areas. I will strive for inclusion in my classroom by creating alternative
teaching and learning methods for students who need it. Individuals with
disabilities will learn alongside their classmates in a normal way. I will take
a positive approach to overcome any obstacles with special education students.
I will have structure in my
classroom. I believe structure is very important for every student. We never
know what a student is going through at home and it is important that they at
least have a set structure at school. I will follow a routine and daily
schedule every day in my classroom. The students will know what to expect and
what rules to follow. Organization is very important and implementing it in my
classroom will set an example for my students to follow.
Environment is a very important
part of the classroom, and I want to have a fun and exciting environment for my
students to learn in. I want them to have plenty of resources around the
classroom such as books, computers, workbooks, and even motivational posters. I
feel it is important to have an exciting environment to keep students upbeat in
their learning.
TECHNOLOGY QUESTIONS:
I have many experiences using technology. I have used different resources throughout my college career that use technology. There are useful websites for everything. Using a computer is my main way of completing college.
Technology can be used in education by utilizing resources. For example, there are websites that help student families and teachers keep in contact and stay up to date with student progress. Technology can also be used in education by using items such as computers and smart boards or ipads. All of these resources can be utilized to make education easier, especially educational websites.
This is a great philosophy to have in the classroom. I love the emphasis you put on incorporating different learning styles to make sure all students are being reached and are given an equal opportunity at learning in the way that works best for them. I really think that if we are able to in one way or another incorporate each students individual learning style in our everyday teaching methods and make it a norm, then our students will all be able to reach success. I also really like that you specifically mentioned students with special needs and what you will do to accommodate them and make sure they receive the same quality education that their peers receive.
ReplyDeleteKatie, Structure is one of the key components to creating an environment that allows students to grow and learn. In what ways can you make sure you still use teachable moments and learning that may go outside of your structure? For me, one of the things I struggle with is when it doesn't go as planned, but sometimes the best learning isn't within my idea of the structure I had set.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy the theme of inclusion that resonates throughout your educational philosophy. I think that making sure all students feel welcomed, included, and integral to the entire classroom’s success is extremely important. Success is defined by more than just academic performance. It sounds like failure is not an option in your classroom and that you are willing to do anything in your power to ensure that all students achieve or exceed their goals. You mention that one way that you will ensure success is by using alternative teaching and learning methods. I would love to know which specific teaching and learning methods you are considering. I’m sure you’ve heard about Howard Gardner’s multiple intelligence theory. That might be a great place to start! There are a number of learning style surveys that you can give to your students to find out how they learn best. I added the link to one example here: http://5thgraderocks5thgraderules.blogspot.com/2012/07/music-that-is-question-freebie-needs.html Check it out!
ReplyDeleteHi Katie,
ReplyDeleteWelcome to our cohort! I enjoyed reading you blog. I love how you believe in every student and that you will ensure that no child is left behind. What a great philosophy. It seems that you have an open mind and teaching your students with that skill will help them flourish. I also liked reading the section about how you desire to teach them more than just the raw material. Sometimes we forget that students need to learn how to study, take notes, and memorize information that is taught to them.
Hello Katie,
ReplyDeleteI believe that your ability to be flexible and accommodate to your students needs will help you. Being able to collect data during lesson implementation and adapting to the student reaction is an incredibly useful teacher tool. Having students perform daily routines or procedures is essential to creating an environment that is conducive to learning. You have great thoughts on education and I hope you find success in your future endeavors.