EDUCATION INSPIRATION
I believe in...
Teaching Philosophy
In my classroom all students are seen as individuals. With that individualism comes respect and the inherent right to feel safe and loved in an environment that promotes growth in knowledge about life, ourselves, and the world around us. The environment that I create is not just a classroom but a community and a family. I want my students to embody life skills such as; cooperation, pride, curiosity, perseverance, courage, responsibility, problem solving, and sense of humor. I explicitly teach these life skills and I celebrate my students every time they succeed.
I want them to use life long guidelines such as: being trustworthy, being truthful, being active listeners, and always demonstrating their personal best. In my classroom the students are encouraged to give each other friendly reminders so we can all be successful. I role model healthy communication and give them guided practice so each student's self-esteem can soar to great heights.
My students celebrate their differences and know that a mistake is a wonderful chance to learn. They know that they will meet up with challenges if they are reaching beyond their safe intellectual boundaries. When those challenges present themselves they know how to utilize problem solving strategies and keep trying.
I teach my students with passion and enthusiasm every day. I sing instruction, dance instruction, and use humor to make my instruction memorable. My students understand the concept of multiple intelligences and engage in learning that is best for their individual growth. By utilizing Blooms Taxonomy and State Standards I challenge each student to make far more than a years worth of growth. My students understand what it means to be great citizens and intellectual super stars!
Technology Philosophy
Technology in education has become a driving force behind my teaching.
I believe that our children need a strong technology background. In this world, technology is the language of our times. It opens doors. It is the key to the building blocks of knowledge.
I believe in making memorable experience for all students. Technology provides background experiences that construct new pathways in the brain.
I believe that children who are given adequate time, feel safe in exploring their learning and deepen their understanding. Technology makes the concept of time fluid and individualized learning concrete.
I believe that technology redefines the role of teacher. It makes it possible to truly challenge children at their own individual level. It makes each student accountable to their own individual learning. It allows for teachers to be creative and innovative while continuing with the best practices of our traditional roles.
I believe that all children should have an equal chance at creating their own tomorrows. Children no matter what race, background, or SES can all access the same realm of learning given a simple device. Technology has leveled the playing field.
I believe that children are naturally curious and will discover knowledge all on their own. They are adventures, explorers, novices, and great detectives. They are looking for answers to questions that we have not even thought of.
Technology is the tool that can bring a map to life, can show the wetlands in a desert, it can entertain while teaching multiplication, and identify the night sky in the middle of the day. It brings students from around the world together in one place. It provides limitless information and entertainment. It is the landmark that defines our changing world and education is obligated to give children the map so that they can discover their future.
