Philosophy of Education

Student Learning Outcome: 1- Sense of Purpose

Description of Artifact: This artifact is the Philosophy of Education that has been developed and edited for the past couple of years. It identifies the core of what education means to me and what I will bring to the table as a teacher.

Artifact Alignment: I have a purpose of being a teacher and my philosophy of education identifies exactly that my purpose in the classroom will be and how I will use my knowledge of education in order to create a classroom that is diverse, purposeful, and knowledgable.

Future Goal: In my future classroom and with the growth I hope to gain from there, I hope to formulate arguments for ethical decision making for my teaching and my students. I hope to solidify the morals, values, and theological principles within my own teaching so that my students can understand empathy, respect, and equality inside and outside the classroom.

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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 should 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 hope 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.

Resources:

Fay, J., & Fay, C. (2016). Teaching with love and logic: Taking control of the classroom. Golden, CO: Love and Logic Institute.

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