PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
We spend 6-8 hours a day shaping the minds of future doctors, engineers, parents, workers, nurses, teachers, custodians, etc. We are the building blocks that will lead them to be successful citizens, community leaders, and people who will advocate for the better good of society.
My philosophy of education is that all children are unique in their abilities and all minds can be shaped to love, respect, and advocate for others. All students deserve to learn through the educational environment in order to improve their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional self. In my classroom, I will make sure that each and every student can seek knowledge in their own unique ways. Whether they are auditory, physical, visual, or kinesthetic learner, they will have the ability to flourish in all aspects of their lives. I will make sure that the students get an education, but I will also make sure that each student expresses who they are, and embraces their peers for their differences. Each student will be loved, respected, and seen for their abilities, culture, race, ethnicity, and religion. The love and logic approach of teaching will ensure that my students have a teacher that is empathic and works to enhance children's self concept and academic abilities through wearing my heart on my sleeve.
As a teacher, I have a duty to bring to the table an open mind, high expectations, dedication, knowledge, and respect. I will work with students, faculty, family, and the community to make sure that my students are receiving the most out of their education. I plan to facilitate critical thinking in my classroom while making real world connections between the students and in turn create relationships, trust, and confidentiality with my students.
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Fay, J., & Fay, C. (2016). Teaching with love and logic: Taking control of the classroom. Golden, CO: Love and Logic Institute.
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Mugridge, T. (n.d.). VAK Learning Styles: Understanding How Team Members Learn. Retrieved September 03, 2020, from https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/vak-learning-styles.htm