My educational philosophy falls in line with all of New York State
standards. The state of New York believes that the best way for students
to learn is to be challenged. I push students by developing
thought-provoking lessons that demand students to use critical thinking skills
in order to make value-based choices. For example, when students are
asked to analyze world events, either historical or current, it may stimulate
their mind but may not extend their learning. However, by asking students
to make decisions based off of their knowledge and personal values, they become
directly engaged in learning, and are moved beyond their typical zone of
comfort. When students make informed, value-based decisions in subject
areas, they can begin to develop their distinct, individual world view to
become well-informed citizens.
It is my hope to make students lifelong learners that are
motivated by a sense of pride and accomplishment. Students that are encouraged
and motivated are likely to be active learners who participate in class. In my
experience, motivated students not only push themselves to do their best but
they also bring out the best in those around them.
Inquiry learning is the key to success in the major content areas
especially science, which I have a particular interest in. When students are
given the opportunity to ask questions and then conduct their own research
through forms of media, they become that much more involved and excited to
learn. I am dedicated to making technology an integral part of
everyday class lessons. I strongly
believe that technology can be incorporated into every single subject area in
every grade. Being able to incorporate the use of technology is a craft that
needs to be finely tuned but it is certainly doable. The web sites children
access should be meaningful and rich with information. Many schools aren’t equipped with enough
technology for each student in the classroom. I feel as though this may turn
many teachers away from using technology but it should not. There are many
methods to utilize technology that does not require each child to have a
laptop. By breaking into groups or setting up centers, all students in the
classroom will have an opportunity to benefit from the use of technology.
Meeting
New York State standards for ELA, Math, Science and reaching these standards through
the use of ISTE Standards of innovation in technology education for both
educators and students is the cornerstone of my educational philosophy. Knowing
that we live in a society where technology is changing by the minute, it is
only fair to prepare our students with the skill set to thrive in a technology
driven world. By embedding technology into all content areas and using the
framework to develop digital citizens who are creative and empowered to be lifelong
learners, I am confident that I am educating the next generation in the STEM
workforce.
I
plan to implement all teaching strategies to help students work to their full
potential and have pride in what they do. I would expect my students to reach
for the stars and never limit themselves. As a teacher I hope to do the same,
always striving to do my best to use the most innovative and current technology
techniques. I would like to teach the standards-based materials but also give
them the tools to explore their own interests and passions.
