Heat Work Reflection

The Heat Check Freshman year of college has been a life changing experience to say the least. First of all, I moved two hours away from my friends and family to attend a school with thousands of unfamiliar faces. I actually started studying for once and have taken my school work much more serious. When I decided to join the AYA Social Studies program, I walked into class the first day with a certain swagger because my mother is a fantastic teacher, who has dedicated her life into education. I thought I knew the ins-and-outs of schools because of my mother’s experiences and I was absolutely wrong. Introduction to Education has confronted my preexisting ideals about different schooling options, race and culture, state standards, and many other topics. I have experienced these changes due to findings, field placement, and the various papers I have written. However, this …show more content…
The most popular Montessori schools are made available for children aged 2-6. When I first learned about this alternative educational system my mind was blown. I was shocked to discovered that students participate in different cycles throughout the day while students complete individual work. “No longer is the teacher the source of knowledge. Instead, she is the “directress” of attention, and the attention always focuses on the work.” (Conssentino, 2006) Teachers are there to supervise the classroom, making sure every student is “working”. Work can be classified by studying a map, playing, coloring, and problem solving. Teachers were reported of only talking about two thirds of the class which allows for student autonomy. “The concept of alterative schooling options, such as elite boarding and Montessori schools, have changed the way I think about education as a whole. Previously, I held these anomalies about schools that are not public schools. I soon found out public schools are imperfect and alternative schools are superior.” (Sell,