Philosophy of education

Professional Philosophy Within this paper, I will explain my philosophy of education, as it relates to the roles and responsibilities of an educator, both in the classroom and out in the community. As teachers, we must always strive for academic excellence. We must also work to effectively collaborate with our peers and instill this value in our students. It is essential that we remain open to new and changing ideas with regard to education, and that we dedicate ourselves to life-long…

teaching style, teachers that stand up and lecture the whole class make learning harder. A teaching philosophy is a self-reflective statement of your beliefs about teaching and learning (https://cei.umn.edu/support-services/tutorials/writing-teaching-philosophy). Every teacher has their own way of teaching, whether it be hands on or they prefer to lecture more. There are six basic teaching philosophies, these include perennialism, essentiaism, progressivism, reconstructionism, eclecticism, and…

teacher was a difficult battle between my brain and my soul; creating a philosophy of education will be even harder. I have been privileged to be educated in a community that seeks more than Newton’s First Law, and the Pythagorean Theorem. The Paradise Valley Unified District (PVUSD) has taught me to care for my community, and always give back. Due to this prior education, I have decided through time my philosophy of education will always change. But for now, the most important attitude in my…

My leadership visions stem not only from the leadership models that were discussed in class or read in books, I plan to rely upon the leadership practices that were modeled for me in my years of being in the Catholic school system. For me, I see many parallels in being a school leader and being a leader in a classroom. Just as students need some autonomy, gentle guidance or even motivation, my classroom experience and strategies find application in my vision of a leader. Just as Dr. Murphy…

teacher, I believe that all students should be offered the opportunities to discover and explore their innate potential as musicians, artists, and creators, and to increase these natural capacities through formal music instruction. The goal of music education is not to just form an appreciation of music but to encourage children to shape their own personal musical identity, through a variety of experiences and performance opportunities. As a music educator my purpose is crafting independent…

Philosophy of Education Essay Behind every educator and school, there should be a philosophy of education, which is a set of beliefs that influences what and how students are taught. Teachers who has a purpose are more focused, refreshed, and excited about the profession. In order to stay true to one’s core belief, a teacher’s philosophy is necessary. Questions about the purpose of the role of a teacher, schooling, and what should be taught and methods are all answered within a teacher’s…

Philosophy of Education Everyone encounters some type of math in their life. Whether it’s going to the store and someone determines whether they have enough money to get certain items or parents budgeting their financials so that they can take care of bills and the expense of their families. Somewhere in each of our lives we have to understand math. Children as they get older, their minds begin to mold into their experiences and encounters they face. If they do not see how it would help them in…

Professional Philosophy Nurses are very important to the healthcare profession and are likely the ones to make vital improvements and contributions. In my experience, nurses who lack higher education have very little impact to change and/or have the ability to make drastic changes in the culture of nursing. We should be focusing on creating leaders for tomorrow. This will require strong individuals who possess a multidisciplinary level of skill, education, and knowledge. Smalley (2005) states,…

The purpose of all this is that students in school are not really learning. The implements meant to improve education are taking away from the learning experience. That is not to say that technology, standardized testing, and extracurricular activities should be wiped off the face of the planet. Instead, the system must evolve and a balance of teaching, technology, hands-on activities, tests, study, and after-school activities must come into effect. Children, teens, and young adults should not…

Philosophy of High School Music Education: Kalli Spaugh As an educator, I strive to inspire and encourage my students. My ultimate goal is to positively affect lives by giving my students tools to live life as a successful citizen and cultivating a lifelong passion for music. A collaborative classroom that incorporates the methods of Carol Krueger, a vocally healthy and sequenced rehearsal process and a culture of mutual respect and understanding creates the perfect environment to achieve these…