Writing a Personal Educational Philosophy
Assignment:
Write a three page paper about your personal philosophy of education.
Be sure to include information from the 4 classic educational philosophies to supplement your personal philosophy. Ex. "Like progressive education, I believe children should learn by doing. In my classroom..." Also, include instances from your own experiences as a student or in a teacher role to illustrate how your beliefs developed.
You need to be sure to address the following areas as you write your philosophy:
What do you want your classroom to be like?
What do you believe children should learn?
How do you think they should be taught?
How do you think they should be treated as learners?
The additional information in the textbook can also be used to support your personal philosophy. The Critical Theory may be included.
A reference site for the classic philosophies is found at
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_perennialism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_Progressivism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_essentialism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_existentialism#Education
An essay format with an introduction, body, and conclusion should provide the structure for your Educational Philosophy. Use the guidelines for a good college paper which are included in your syllabus. Follow all of the conventions of proper writing in argument, mechanics, and style. You will prepare a draft first and then complete a final copy after receiving edits. Use a size 12 font and double space your paper
Here is an excellent reference web link to assist you:
http://www.edulink.org/portfolio/philosophies.htm
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