Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy is based on forming relationships with the students, using 21st Century Skills, and social constructivism. Positive relationships are key to a good education. This will be cultivated by students cooperating with one another and learning how to effectively communicate their ideas. I will provide a fun and safe place to learn. Each student has different abilities and comes from varying backgrounds. I will cultivate an atmosphere that is safe and encourages students to take chances. I will cultivate a growth mindset and students will be able to make connections with the curriculum I am teaching and the world around them.
In my classroom students will frequently be asked to think critically about various science concepts. I will incorporate reading into my science classroom on a regular basis using many different reading comprehension strategies. This may include reading texts from the book, peer reviewed journals, or news articles. Students learn in many different ways and I will provide the content visually, kinesthetically, and auditorily. Laboratory activities will also be an intricate part of my curriculum as this is one way students are able to get hands-on experience with the concepts they are learning. I will also incorporate PBL when applicable into my curriculum. These units will encourage student choice, inquiry based learning, collaboration among peers, critical thinking, and provide students with critical communication skills. |
Classroom Management
My classroom management philosophy is based on Marzano and Love and Logic. I believe the best way to have good classroom management is by forming relationships with students and seeing the good in everyone. I want my classroom to be an engaging and safe place for students to learn. I believe in giving students choices and allowing them to problem solve on their own. I will engage students during lessons by asking questions that allow them to think critically, and completing many hands-on learning activities. Students will feel welcome in my classroom and know that it is okay to make mistakes as long as they learn from them.