teaching Philosophy
“Once learners get in touch with their own sense of personal power, get out of their way and watch in awe." Kath Murdoch’s statement is the cornerstone of my teaching philosophy. Students come to the learning environment with a plethora of knowledge and experience. From this knowledge and experience, students are capable of developing a better understanding of new ideas and experiences. With this sense of personal power, coupled with other skills, students are equipped to further increase their ability to function within new experiences and/or manipulate new ideas or information; they are in control of their learning. As an educator, it is my responsibility to participate as a facilitator within this process.
One of the primary roles as a facilitator focuses on creating a certain type of environment. Whether provided by the school, professional organization, or teaching team, understanding learning objectives is important, as it helps the teacher establish a learning environment where students are able to drive in and out of ideas and information using concepts, skills, and other inquiry-based learning tools. I consider all learners.
As a teacher, I believe it is import to recognize the reality that all learners are different. Not all students demonstrate mastery in the same manner. Assessments should allow students to demonstrate that they have reached a point of understanding in a manner that accommodates their uniqueness. Every child is special and has the ability and the right to learn. As a teacher, I am preparing students for a constantly-changing environment.
It is my responsibility to ensure that students have the skills necessary to function in an ever-changing world. Within a caring, safe environment, students should gain the necessary skills to address local and global problems. Doing this within the context of real-world situations makes learning meaningful. Isolating learning within specific disciplines restricts students and prevents them from making connections that would otherwise support success. I have a responsibility to be reflective and to continue learning.
Whether discussing technology or modern teaching practices, as an educator, I realize how fast our world is changing. It is my responsibility to maintain a level of situational awareness, not only within the education realm, but within other areas that will ultimately contribute to the development of an inquiry classroom and to the success of my students.
The learning environment should be one that promotes openness to new ideas, opinions, and beliefs, an environment where the possibility of failure and success are recognized as being safe. As both an educator and a parent, I recognize the importance of a positive, encouraging environment. It goes without saying that this recognition must extend into a classroom community.
One of the primary roles as a facilitator focuses on creating a certain type of environment. Whether provided by the school, professional organization, or teaching team, understanding learning objectives is important, as it helps the teacher establish a learning environment where students are able to drive in and out of ideas and information using concepts, skills, and other inquiry-based learning tools. I consider all learners.
As a teacher, I believe it is import to recognize the reality that all learners are different. Not all students demonstrate mastery in the same manner. Assessments should allow students to demonstrate that they have reached a point of understanding in a manner that accommodates their uniqueness. Every child is special and has the ability and the right to learn. As a teacher, I am preparing students for a constantly-changing environment.
It is my responsibility to ensure that students have the skills necessary to function in an ever-changing world. Within a caring, safe environment, students should gain the necessary skills to address local and global problems. Doing this within the context of real-world situations makes learning meaningful. Isolating learning within specific disciplines restricts students and prevents them from making connections that would otherwise support success. I have a responsibility to be reflective and to continue learning.
Whether discussing technology or modern teaching practices, as an educator, I realize how fast our world is changing. It is my responsibility to maintain a level of situational awareness, not only within the education realm, but within other areas that will ultimately contribute to the development of an inquiry classroom and to the success of my students.
The learning environment should be one that promotes openness to new ideas, opinions, and beliefs, an environment where the possibility of failure and success are recognized as being safe. As both an educator and a parent, I recognize the importance of a positive, encouraging environment. It goes without saying that this recognition must extend into a classroom community.