Teaching Outside the Box: p. 15, #3, 4
3. Which of the teaching philosophies from the list in this chapter do you agree with? Which do you disagree with, and why?
I agree with three of the philosphies. They are: 1) "Mutual respect is the cornerstone of a successful teacher-student relationship and it is the teacher's responsibility to set the tone and model respectful behavior." 2) "Students must be held accountable for their behavior. I want students to understand that their behavior has consequences, so they will learn to make better choices." 3) Effective teachers set the stage for learning--then step aside and let students learn through discovery and experiement. A teacher is really a guide.
I disagree with the philosophy that states, "Teachers should never appear to know less than students. A teacher who makes mistakes, or admits making mistakes, loses the respect of students and is unprofessional." I think that teachers who show that they sometimes make mistakes show that they are human. Their students will learn that it is okay to make mistakes and not always know the right anwers. The important thing to know is how to correct your mistakes and be willing and able to find answers to your questions.
4. Briefly state your own philosophy.
I belive that it is my responsibility to reach each child at his or her level of understanding. Every child is capable of improvement and of ultimately taking responsibility for his/her own education. It is my duty to facilitate learning in a variety of ways that speak to diverse students, provide encouragement, and be fair. By being a good role model, listening to my students, and reaching out to their families as partners in the educational journey, I will hopefully encourage my students to become life-long learners.
3. Which of the teaching philosophies from the list in this chapter do you agree with? Which do you disagree with, and why?
I agree with three of the philosphies. They are: 1) "Mutual respect is the cornerstone of a successful teacher-student relationship and it is the teacher's responsibility to set the tone and model respectful behavior." 2) "Students must be held accountable for their behavior. I want students to understand that their behavior has consequences, so they will learn to make better choices." 3) Effective teachers set the stage for learning--then step aside and let students learn through discovery and experiement. A teacher is really a guide.
I disagree with the philosophy that states, "Teachers should never appear to know less than students. A teacher who makes mistakes, or admits making mistakes, loses the respect of students and is unprofessional." I think that teachers who show that they sometimes make mistakes show that they are human. Their students will learn that it is okay to make mistakes and not always know the right anwers. The important thing to know is how to correct your mistakes and be willing and able to find answers to your questions.
4. Briefly state your own philosophy.
I belive that it is my responsibility to reach each child at his or her level of understanding. Every child is capable of improvement and of ultimately taking responsibility for his/her own education. It is my duty to facilitate learning in a variety of ways that speak to diverse students, provide encouragement, and be fair. By being a good role model, listening to my students, and reaching out to their families as partners in the educational journey, I will hopefully encourage my students to become life-long learners.
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