What are two or three beliefs or core values that are important to you? Reflect on how these values influence your beliefs about “good” teaching and schooling in public education.
I think that two core belief that are important to me are: 1.Every child deserves an education. The development of the The Childrens Defense Fund(CDF) in 1973 created by Marion Wright Edelman and Martin Luther King Jr.: Poor Peoples Campaign helped advocate the idea that children with special needs deserve education. I strongly believe this and I do not think that economics should hinder a child's learning.
The second belief that I strongly advocate is the need for gifted programs. Mcleod and Cropley(1989) stated that "Gifted Children" need outside instruction and development opportunities to expand their minds and become most useful to society." I think their gifts benefit our society and help us immensely and tha should recieve as much stimulus as possible.
1. I first of all beleive that all children should get a chance to learn and thrive no matter their economic status, gender, race, ethnicity, etc. Some children never get a chance because of prejiduce or racism towards their life situation. This is many times shown with special needs children being labeled as "uneductable" or unable to learn. This seriously upsets me because I beleive that all children can learn.
2. I also beleive that all children are naturally "good" kids. I beleive that when a child has behavior problems or is constantly "bad," there is a reason behind it. I beleive that all teachers should try to get to the root of the problem in order to help the child. I definitly do not beleive that a child is just born "bad." If a teacher spends the time to find the issue, then they can help resolve the problem, making teaching easier on them and the child happier. Some teachers may realize that they are the only ones who ever stopped to ask why a child was that way. Teachers need to care about their students and want them to succeed. The less behavior problems, the more a child can learn because of less interferance.
My number one value would be respect. I feel that more children do not respect their teachers in the classroom.. is it because they do not have to show respect to their parents or guardian or maybe the teacher is lacking in not showing full respect to his/her students. I say this because when a teacher respects children they know it, and in return the student respects the teacher.In my short experience in the substitute teaching field I noticed that the children with behavioral problems really probably only needed some respect from the teacher and also strict diciplinery action. In return slowly but surely the child's behavior would improve.
Secondly my belief would be that teachers,especially elementary teachers hold to the fact the majority of kids like games and activities. So I believe that incorporating a special activity or a game with your lesson is ideal for the students. It will enhance their interest in the subject. So if you're teachning your 3rd and 4th graders about ants, merely redaing a story is not enough. I would suggest divide the children into groups and let them build their on anthill after explaining the whole process of the worker ants and the queen ant. Let the kids teach themselves is what I'm sorta saying. My belief is that incorporating this idea the kids learn from other classmates and build personal relationships and still have fun.
i agree with what you said stephanie about the behavioral problem kid in the classroom, it is very important to get to reason behind the problem. that is really caring for the kid because normally a kid misbehaving means trouble at home.
My most important core values are equality and honesty. I believe, as teachers, we should lead by example. I think treating every student equally and fairly will create an classroom community based on respect for others and accountability for one's actions. Also, if we can think critically about information we receive through our textbooks, the media, and peers we can learn to seek out the truth rather than blindly believe whatever we are told. As a teacher, I hope to teach children to teach themselves rather than memorize facts. I think it is important to encourage honesty and respect in children at a young age in order for them to develop trust and confidence.
I agree with artistmon that every child deserves an education and the need for gifted programs. I think it is sad that the law does not mandate states use their money for gifted programs and makes it the states decision on how to use their funding. I think it is great that Georgia does use some of their funding for gifted programs. I also beleive that gifted children need to be challenged and driven to always learn more. After all, these children will probably be our doctors and surgeions on day.
I also agree with Will about respect. The teachers should respect the students and well as the students should respect the students. The classroom will run much smoother if there is a certain level of mutual respect.
Two beliefs I find important are equality and positive reinforcement. I agree with Bridget on this. If you do lead by example, the students will follow suit. If you are respectful and show equality in the same way to each and every student, they pick up on this and they will be respectful, as well. In class today, our 'slogan' for our group exercise was "Make difference a positive thing." This is something we should make a point of practicing. This leads me also to my second strong belief. That is that we, as teachers, need to show more positive reinforcement. There can sometimes, not on purpose, be a lot of negativity in the classroom. Negativity promotes negativity. Children need to hear constantly what they are doing right, even be it something small. It promotes enthusiasm and good self-esteem. These values they will carry with them through life.
There are many values that are important to me, but when thinking about which one’s influence my beliefs about the public education three major ones stuck out. First, I believe that learning is an ongoing process. You can never have too much knowledge and is wrong how some teachers have put limits on children. There isn’t much difference between a teacher and a student, both are committed to learning and have to develop there skills along the way. Second, being a responsible person, letting others in school and other environments see the positive effects of your behavior. With responsibility comes respect and with giving respect to students, teachers are shown respect in return. Last I believe that diversity is the most important thing of all, with diverse cultures and even ideas people become aware of others and like it was stated in class today Differences are a positive thing. Learning from others and embracing other cultures can assist a teacher in the classroom and show students that they are all unique.
I believe that a "good" teacher can become a "GREAT" teacher by the following beliefs...
First, the teacher must realize that every child is there for an education and deserves only the BEST! Each child should have the same chance of succeeding when they step foot into that teacher’s classroom. There shouldn’t be any predisposed opinions about a child or opinions formed about their outer appearance. Every student should be on an equal playing field.
Secondly, the teacher must show respect to the student and his/her parents. If the teacher respects his/her students, then respected will be shown. I think this is a key element in a “great” teacher’s classroom. It makes for smooth transitions and great outcomes.
Third, the teacher needs to think outside the box when it comes to teaching. Worksheets are NOT going to cut it. The teacher needs to use creative, hands on activities that will engage every student in the classroom. A “great” teacher will remember that he/she has all types of learner in the classroom, from bodily-kinesthetic learners to auditory learns to visual learners. This teacher will encompass all types of learning styles into every lesson.
All of the above mentioned beliefs are obtainable by any teacher. All it takes is patience and a caring heart. If those are present, then I can see great things to come from educators in the future!
I whole-heartedly agree with Tracy and Ashley about positive language. I try to pay close attention to the words I choose and replace any negative statements with positive ones. I think it makes a difference in my attitude and the attitudes of whomever I am speaking with. I am also an advocate of positive reinforcement. I prefer to reward rather than punish. Like they say, you catch more flies with honey.
that was well said julie. i like the idea "thinking outside the box" hah.. at least me and joshua did.
And the girl that was talking about be the teacher being the role model and self-esteem. I agree with that as well it is vital to instill positive thinking into the students' lives.
The children of today our out future of tomorrow, by me saying this we as teachers and adults should give our children what it takes to be successful. Each child deserves an opportunity to learn, regardless of the race,gender,or religious. We as teachers should never say negative things around children, because once a child is told they can not do anything that stick with them. We as adults should never call a child bad, its just more kids are tough and hard to handle. We as a whole are pointing the fingers whether its the teacher point the finger at the parent or the parent pointing the finger at the teacher. We all must play a role in order for the children of the future to receive a good education. I believe in the saying that it takes a village to raise a child, and that is so true. When our society realize that, our children will put more effort in trying to receive a better education.
I agree sparkle! Every child deserves a chance to be great and that starts in the classroom! Teachers should not judge their students by their appearance. They should mold the child from within and teach them that nothing else matters except for the fact that we are all human and everyone deserve the same chance to succeed!!
I agree with sparkle on her thoughts, However i think that two core belief that are important to me are: 1. That we as educators should be competence,however their are some that are put in position and they are not knowledgable about the material they are teaching. 2. Respect, teachers should respect their students and the student should respect the teachers. By having that level of respect between the two make it just that more easier for the teacher to teach and the student to learn.
Three beliefs/core values that I would expect to follow in my class are: respect, honesty, and trustworthiness. I think if you enforce those three things, when students first walk through the door, conducting a "GREAT" class should be no problem.
Will, I like what you said about respect. How some kids have no respect in the aspect of home-training, so they would come in the classroom environment with none. That is where teachers can connect with students. Show them that you respect them and that you are there to help them, not harm them. Show them that respect is a two-way street. Give it, Get it. Never let a child that feels disrespected go on through the day. That feeling will stay with them and will carry over to the next day, next week, and by then, you have lost the child. Assist all situations when a child feels disrespected by another child and in doing so, shows YOU (the teacher)respect this child's feelings.
Honesty is a tricky subject when just meeting someone, let alone a child. You do not know enough of their background to know if this person will be honest with you always. However, you should start off as if this person will be honest with you. Teach students to be honest with themselves first and that will help in eliminating their dishonesty with you and others. Let them know that mistakes can and do happen. Be honest with your students and in return, honesty will shower through them.
Trustworthiness is my favorite. Gaining a child's trust is not as hard as gaining an adults's. Still, you need to instill in your student that you will trust them and that they will trust you. Give them that trust that you can help them, that you are there for their purpose, that you will do your part as a teacher to get them out of your class with a grade that they earned and deserved. Ask for them to trust you with those educational needs. As a teacher, you should trust that your student will do their part. Don't give homework and make a comment like, for those who do not do homework, this will happen. Instead make one like, all those who do homework, this will happen. Trust that they will behave when you exit the class to assist a student or parent or co-worker. Give them the benefit of doubt and see where it goes. Trusting them to do the right thing first off will pay off down the line. I'm sure. Besides getting a person's trust in the beginning and then messing it up down the line is very hard to do. For fear that, trust will and probably never will come back again.
From experience, I know how easily these tactics can work. It's the teachers responsibilty to set certain beliefs/core values into place. Give the child something to go by. Give them standards. That is where a lot of students have went wrong by. They had nothing to follow, nothing to guide them. Be the first to give a student that if needed.
I feel that the most important core values that a teacher must have in order to be successful are placing the students' needs above ones own and patience with others. As teachers we take on the responsibilty of helping every student in our care to become the best that they possibly can in the particular area we teach. It is easy to become tired or "burnt out" at times, or even have personal issues that affect us in some way. As teachers and professionals, we need to be able to put those issues aside during classes and focus on the students and their education even if they have some sort of problem that we may feel is minor compared to what is going on with our life at the time. This also carries over into having patience for others, especially with students in our classes and their family members. We do not all learn in the same way at the same speed and for a teacher this may become frustrating if there are a couple students that can not keep up for whatever reason. we, as teachers, must take the time to figure out what the problem is and do our best to help fix it to help the student learn. The problem may be at times the family members themselves. They may do things differently, or not even care that much about the education process. we again must not become frustrated and simply dismiss the student as a lost cause. It is important to take the time to figure out what can be done to help the student and even if it takes some time, and help that student overcome their problem so that they can continue to improve and become a better student able to work with the rest of the class.
I could very easily agree with any of my classmates, and I think that my three qualities or values incoporate all of their beliefs as well; whethee it be every child deserving an education by artistmom, stephanie darlington's belief that economis status, gender, etc should not matter, or simply equality, proposed by bridget, I agree with Will as RESPECT being my nuumber one belief, followed by trust and responsibility.
"Good" teaching is impossible without these traits in the educator. Without respect the class room will not progress in any shape, form, or fashion. If the students feel that you respect them, they will respect you. Trust must be established. Why would any person, especially a youth, do something that someone tells them to do if they did not trust them and trust the projected outcome? Finally, responsibility--many teachers leave the feild within their first few years. THey should have evaluated the responsibility that was placed before them and remember that they chose this profeesion, so in essence they chose these kids not the other way around. Sometimes we are the only positive figures in their lives, and it is not only our responsibility but our duty to uphold that influence.
1. I would have to say that one of the most important core values is loyalty. One must be loyal to the profession and the meaning behind teaching. People become educators to help others learn and better themselves. If one is loyal to the job, then gender, race, and age will not matter because one's purpose is to help and educate. Maintain that loyalty to the profession, and to the philosophy of teaching and everything else will fall in place.
2. The second most important core value is trust. One must have trust in themselevs that they will be able to do well. Trust will lead to a positive attitude which leads to a comfortable learning environment. When the students feel comfortable in a classroom then they get a good vibe and learn to trust in the teacher. If students are able to trust us, the educators, then the teaching-learning process will go more smoothly.
I also agree with everyone, because in reality all core values are important and should be enforced in every profession. Honesty and respect are much needed, and without them trouble lurks around. It is very true that every child should have the opportunity to an education. It is not a child's fault that they are who they are, whether they are different because of their race, gender, or even their capabilities. All children should be treated equally and given a chance to be successful.
I believe a good teaching is when a teacher is doing their job. I had a teacher who did not do their job by not teaching and we sit around in class being bored. I believe their is no "bad" student. The "bad" students is someone who were taught to do nothing and watched their parents growing up doing nothing also and they picked that up from their peers. I would have to teach a "bad" students to learn how do their work and show them that they are going somewhere when they do their work learn. I agree with artistmom that every child deserves an education.
One of the most important core values to me is trustworthiness. Your students must be able to trust that what you are telling and teaching them will be useful to their lives. If you do not apply the material to their lives, they will tune you out and miss out on some very important lessons. Another core value that I feel is very important to teaching is racial equality. One must NEVER make a child feel that he or she is not welcome in his or her class. Therefore, we as teachers, should make all students feel like they are being treated the same in our class. We must show a preference to one race over another or any other prejudice. I also agree with Will when he says that respect is tantamount to good relationships between students and teachers in the classroom. The students must respect their teacher while the teacher should also show respect to their students.
First of all, I agree with Will that respect is of utmost importance in the classroom for a teacher. Both earning it and giving it. Students are very perceptive and pick up on the little nuances of our speech and body language very quickly. They can tell if the teacher doesn't respect them. They may not be able to put it into words or describe it exactly what it is. They are likely to think the teacher "doesn't like them." It is very important for every student to respect their teacher, but I believe in order for that to happen the teacher first has to give respect to the student. Will this always work to earn the respect of students? No. Unfortunately, there are kids that are disprespectful. We are not always going to be able to have the respect of all of our students.
Secondly, I agree (again) with Tracey that as teachers we have a responsibility to be positive with our children. Does that mean we positively tell all students that they can make A's? I don't think so. Not all kids are A students. Some kids are A students in one subject but not in others. It doesn't mean thought that we are negative about a student that is performing to their full potential at a B or C. We can be positive about the student that does the absolute best job they can do, regardless of what the grade at the end of the 9 weeks is.
WOW! I am amazed by the number of times I read the word respect in this discussion! I totally agree with you all that this is one of the most essential elements of successful teaching and learning. However, respect cannot be commanded, it must be earned. As Jatasia said it, "Give it, get it." Too often we feel that we are entitled to respect. I'll share a little "mantra" that I repeated to myself each morning in school during the moment of silence: "I will treat the children with dignity and respect and will strive to earn and deserve their respect in return." Thank you all for reminding me of this!
You also mentioned many other qualities that make one a good teacher: patience (not always an easy one), honesty, loyalty, resonsibility, trust, trustworthiness. These are all things we must work on as teachers. Thanks to Julie, for adding creativity to the list! It is so important that we allow students the opportunity to express their ideas and understandings in multiple ways, not only through pencil and paper activities.
I am very glad to see that you all are reading one another's postings and responding to these. Keep up the good work!
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I think that two core belief that are important to me are:
1.Every child deserves an education. The development of the The Childrens Defense Fund(CDF) in 1973 created by Marion Wright Edelman and Martin Luther King Jr.: Poor Peoples Campaign helped advocate the idea that children with special needs deserve education. I strongly believe this and I do not think that economics should hinder a child's learning.
The second belief that I strongly advocate is the need for gifted programs. Mcleod and Cropley(1989) stated that "Gifted Children" need outside instruction and development opportunities to expand their minds and become most useful to society."
I think their gifts benefit our society and help us immensely and tha should recieve as much stimulus as possible.
1. I first of all beleive that all children should get a chance to learn and thrive no matter their economic status, gender, race, ethnicity, etc. Some children never get a chance because of prejiduce or racism towards their life situation. This is many times shown with special needs children being labeled as "uneductable" or unable to learn. This seriously upsets me because I beleive that all children can learn.
2. I also beleive that all children are naturally "good" kids. I beleive that when a child has behavior problems or is constantly "bad," there is a reason behind it. I beleive that all teachers should try to get to the root of the problem in order to help the child. I definitly do not beleive that a child is just born "bad." If a teacher spends the time to find the issue, then they can help resolve the problem, making teaching easier on them and the child happier. Some teachers may realize that they are the only ones who ever stopped to ask why a child was that way. Teachers need to care about their students and want them to succeed. The less behavior problems, the more a child can learn because of less interferance.
My number one value would be respect. I feel that more children do not respect their teachers in the classroom.. is it because they do not have to show respect to their parents or guardian or maybe the teacher is lacking in not showing full respect to his/her students. I say this because when a teacher respects children they know it, and in return the student respects the teacher.In my short experience in the substitute teaching field I noticed that the children with behavioral problems really probably only needed some respect from the teacher and also strict diciplinery action. In return slowly but surely the child's behavior would improve.
Secondly my belief would be that teachers,especially elementary teachers hold to the fact the majority of kids like games and activities. So I believe that incorporating a special activity or a game with your lesson is ideal for the students. It will enhance their interest in the subject. So if you're teachning your 3rd and 4th graders about ants, merely redaing a story is not enough. I would suggest divide the children into groups and let them build their on anthill after explaining the whole process of the worker ants and the queen ant. Let the kids teach themselves is what I'm sorta saying. My belief is that incorporating this idea the kids learn from other classmates and build personal relationships and still have fun.
i agree with what you said stephanie about the behavioral problem kid in the classroom, it is very important to get to reason behind the problem. that is really caring for the kid because normally a kid misbehaving means trouble at home.
My most important core values are equality and honesty.
I believe, as teachers, we should lead by example. I think treating every student equally and fairly will create an classroom community based on respect for others and accountability for one's actions. Also, if we can think critically about information we receive through our textbooks, the media, and peers we can learn to seek out the truth rather than blindly believe whatever we are told. As a teacher, I hope to teach children to teach themselves rather than memorize facts. I think it is important to encourage honesty and respect in children at a young age in order for them to develop trust and confidence.
I agree with artistmon that every child deserves an education and the need for gifted programs. I think it is sad that the law does not mandate states use their money for gifted programs and makes it the states decision on how to use their funding. I think it is great that Georgia does use some of their funding for gifted programs. I also beleive that gifted children need to be challenged and driven to always learn more. After all, these children will probably be our doctors and surgeions on day.
I also agree with Will about respect. The teachers should respect the students and well as the students should respect the students. The classroom will run much smoother if there is a certain level of mutual respect.
Two beliefs I find important are equality and positive reinforcement. I agree with Bridget on this. If you do lead by example, the students will follow suit. If you are respectful and show equality in the same way to each and every student, they pick up on this and they will be respectful, as well. In class today, our 'slogan' for our group exercise was "Make difference a positive thing." This is something we should make a point of practicing. This leads me also to my second strong belief. That is that we, as teachers, need to show more positive reinforcement. There can sometimes, not on purpose, be a lot of negativity in the classroom. Negativity promotes negativity. Children need to hear constantly what they are doing right, even be it something small. It promotes enthusiasm and good self-esteem. These values they will carry with them through life.
There are many values that are important to me, but when thinking about which one’s influence my beliefs about the public education three major ones stuck out. First, I believe that learning is an ongoing process. You can never have too much knowledge and is wrong how some teachers have put limits on children. There isn’t much difference between a teacher and a student, both are committed to learning and have to develop there skills along the way. Second, being a responsible person, letting others in school and other environments see the positive effects of your behavior. With responsibility comes respect and with giving respect to students, teachers are shown respect in return. Last I believe that diversity is the most important thing of all, with diverse cultures and even ideas people become aware of others and like it was stated in class today Differences are a positive thing. Learning from others and embracing other cultures can assist a teacher in the classroom and show students that they are all unique.
I believe that a "good" teacher can become a "GREAT" teacher by the following beliefs...
First, the teacher must realize that every child is there for an education and deserves only the BEST! Each child should have the same chance of succeeding when they step foot into that teacher’s classroom. There shouldn’t be any predisposed opinions about a child or opinions formed about their outer appearance. Every student should be on an equal playing field.
Secondly, the teacher must show respect to the student and his/her parents. If the teacher respects his/her students, then respected will be shown. I think this is a key element in a “great” teacher’s classroom. It makes for smooth transitions and great outcomes.
Third, the teacher needs to think outside the box when it comes to teaching. Worksheets are NOT going to cut it. The teacher needs to use creative, hands on activities that will engage every student in the classroom. A “great” teacher will remember that he/she has all types of learner in the classroom, from bodily-kinesthetic learners to auditory learns to visual learners. This teacher will encompass all types of learning styles into every lesson.
All of the above mentioned beliefs are obtainable by any teacher. All it takes is patience and a caring heart. If those are present, then I can see great things to come from educators in the future!
I whole-heartedly agree with Tracy and Ashley about positive language. I try to pay close attention to the words I choose and replace any negative statements with positive ones. I think it makes a difference in my attitude and the attitudes of whomever I am speaking with.
I am also an advocate of positive reinforcement. I prefer to reward rather than punish. Like they say, you catch more flies with honey.
that was well said julie. i like the idea "thinking outside the box" hah.. at least me and joshua did.
And the girl that was talking about be the teacher being the role model and self-esteem. I agree with that as well it is vital to instill positive thinking into the students' lives.
The children of today our out future of tomorrow, by me saying this we as teachers and adults should give our children what it takes to be successful. Each child deserves an opportunity to learn, regardless of the race,gender,or religious. We as teachers should never say negative things around children, because once a child is told they can not do anything that stick with them. We as adults should never call a child bad, its just more kids are tough and hard to handle. We as a whole are pointing the fingers whether its the teacher point the finger at the parent or the parent pointing the finger at the teacher. We all must play a role in order for the children of the future to receive a good education. I believe in the saying that it takes a village to raise a child, and that is so true. When our society realize that, our children will put more effort in trying to receive a better education.
I agree sparkle! Every child deserves a chance to be great and that starts in the classroom! Teachers should not judge their students by their appearance. They should mold the child from within and teach them that nothing else matters except for the fact that we are all human and everyone deserve the same chance to succeed!!
I agree with sparkle on her thoughts, However i think that two core belief that are important to me are:
1. That we as educators should be competence,however their are some that are put in position and they are not knowledgable about the material they are teaching.
2. Respect, teachers should respect their students and the student should respect the teachers. By having that level of respect between the two make it just that more easier for the teacher to teach and the student to learn.
Three beliefs/core values that I would expect to follow in my class are: respect, honesty, and trustworthiness. I think if you enforce those three things, when students first walk through the door, conducting a "GREAT" class should be no problem.
Will, I like what you said about respect. How some kids have no respect in the aspect of home-training, so they would come in the classroom environment with none. That is where teachers can connect with students. Show them that you respect them and that you are there to help them, not harm them. Show them that respect is a two-way street. Give it, Get it. Never let a child that feels disrespected go on through the day. That feeling will stay with them and will carry over to the next day, next week, and by then, you have lost the child. Assist all situations when a child feels disrespected by another child and in doing so, shows YOU (the teacher)respect this child's feelings.
Honesty is a tricky subject when just meeting someone, let alone a child. You do not know enough of their background to know if this person will be honest with you always. However, you should start off as if this person will be honest with you. Teach students to be honest with themselves first and that will help in eliminating their dishonesty with you and others. Let them know that mistakes can and do happen. Be honest with your students and in return, honesty will shower through them.
Trustworthiness is my favorite. Gaining a child's trust is not as hard as gaining an adults's. Still, you need to instill in your student that you will trust them and that they will trust you. Give them that trust that you can help them, that you are there for their purpose, that you will do your part as a teacher to get them out of your class with a grade that they earned and deserved. Ask for them to trust you with those educational needs. As a teacher, you should trust that your student will do their part. Don't give homework and make a comment like, for those who do not do homework, this will happen. Instead make one like, all those who do homework, this will happen. Trust that they will behave when you exit the class to assist a student or parent or co-worker. Give them the benefit of doubt and see where it goes. Trusting them to do the right thing first off will pay off down the line. I'm sure. Besides getting a person's trust in the beginning and then messing it up down the line is very hard to do. For fear that, trust will and probably never will come back again.
From experience, I know how easily these tactics can work. It's the teachers responsibilty to set certain beliefs/core values into place. Give the child something to go by. Give them standards. That is where a lot of students have went wrong by. They had nothing to follow, nothing to guide them. Be the first to give a student that if needed.
I feel that the most important core values that a teacher must have in order to be successful are placing the students' needs above ones own and patience with others. As teachers we take on the responsibilty of helping every student in our care to become the best that they possibly can in the particular area we teach. It is easy to become tired or "burnt out" at times, or even have personal issues that affect us in some way. As teachers and professionals, we need to be able to put those issues aside during classes and focus on the students and their education even if they have some sort of problem that we may feel is minor compared to what is going on with our life at the time.
This also carries over into having patience for others, especially with students in our classes and their family members. We do not all learn in the same way at the same speed and for a teacher this may become frustrating if there are a couple students that can not keep up for whatever reason. we, as teachers, must take the time to figure out what the problem is and do our best to help fix it to help the student learn. The problem may be at times the family members themselves. They may do things differently, or not even care that much about the education process. we again must not become frustrated and simply dismiss the student as a lost cause. It is important to take the time to figure out what can be done to help the student and even if it takes some time, and help that student overcome their problem so that they can continue to improve and become a better student able to work with the rest of the class.
I could very easily agree with any of my classmates, and I think that my three qualities or values incoporate all of their beliefs as well; whethee it be every child deserving an education by artistmom, stephanie darlington's belief that economis status, gender, etc should not matter, or simply equality, proposed by bridget, I agree with Will as RESPECT being my nuumber one belief, followed by trust and responsibility.
"Good" teaching is impossible without these traits in the educator. Without respect the class room will not progress in any shape, form, or fashion. If the students feel that you respect them, they will respect you. Trust must be established. Why would any person, especially a youth, do something that someone tells them to do if they did not trust them and trust the projected outcome? Finally, responsibility--many teachers leave the feild within their first few years. THey should have evaluated the responsibility that was placed before them and remember that they chose this profeesion, so in essence they chose these kids not the other way around. Sometimes we are the only positive figures in their lives, and it is not only our responsibility but our duty to uphold that influence.
1. I would have to say that one of the most important core values is loyalty. One must be loyal to the profession and the meaning behind teaching. People become educators to help others learn and better themselves. If one is loyal to the job, then gender, race, and age will not matter because one's purpose is to help and educate. Maintain that loyalty to the profession, and to the philosophy of teaching and everything else will fall in place.
2. The second most important core value is trust. One must have trust in themselevs that they will be able to do well. Trust will lead to a positive attitude which leads to a comfortable learning environment. When the students feel comfortable in a classroom then they get a good vibe and learn to trust in the teacher. If students are able to trust us, the educators, then the teaching-learning process will go more smoothly.
I also agree with everyone, because in reality all core values are important and should be enforced in every profession. Honesty and respect are much needed, and without them trouble lurks around. It is very true that every child should have the opportunity to an education. It is not a child's fault that they are who they are, whether they are different because of their race, gender, or even their capabilities. All children should be treated equally and given a chance to be successful.
Good Job class!!! I forgot to mention that earlier.
I believe a good teaching is when a teacher is doing their job. I had a teacher who did not do their job by not teaching and we sit around in class being bored. I believe their is no "bad" student. The "bad" students is someone who were taught to do nothing and watched their parents growing up doing nothing also and they picked that up from their peers. I would have to teach a "bad" students to learn how do their work and show them that they are going somewhere when they do their work learn. I agree with artistmom that every child deserves an education.
One of the most important core values to me is trustworthiness. Your students must be able to trust that what you are telling and teaching them will be useful to their lives. If you do not apply the material to their lives, they will tune you out and miss out on some very important lessons. Another core value that I feel is very important to teaching is racial equality. One must NEVER make a child feel that he or she is not welcome in his or her class. Therefore, we as teachers, should make all students feel like they are being treated the same in our class. We must show a preference to one race over another or any other prejudice. I also agree with Will when he says that respect is tantamount to good relationships between students and teachers in the classroom. The students must respect their teacher while the teacher should also show respect to their students.
First of all, I agree with Will that respect is of utmost importance in the classroom for a teacher. Both earning it and giving it. Students are very perceptive and pick up on the little nuances of our speech and body language very quickly. They can tell if the teacher doesn't respect them. They may not be able to put it into words or describe it exactly what it is. They are likely to think the teacher "doesn't like them." It is very important for every student to respect their teacher, but I believe in order for that to happen the teacher first has to give respect to the student. Will this always work to earn the respect of students? No. Unfortunately, there are kids that are disprespectful. We are not always going to be able to have the respect of all of our students.
Secondly, I agree (again) with Tracey that as teachers we have a responsibility to be positive with our children. Does that mean we positively tell all students that they can make A's? I don't think so. Not all kids are A students. Some kids are A students in one subject but not in others. It doesn't mean thought that we are negative about a student that is performing to their full potential at a B or C. We can be positive about the student that does the absolute best job they can do, regardless of what the grade at the end of the 9 weeks is.
WOW! I am amazed by the number of times I read the word respect in this discussion! I totally agree with you all that this is one of the most essential elements of successful teaching and learning. However, respect cannot be commanded, it must be earned. As Jatasia said it, "Give it, get it." Too often we feel that we are entitled to respect. I'll share a little "mantra" that I repeated to myself each morning in school during the moment of silence: "I will treat the children with dignity and respect and will strive to earn and deserve their respect in return." Thank you all for reminding me of this!
You also mentioned many other qualities that make one a good teacher: patience (not always an easy one), honesty, loyalty, resonsibility, trust, trustworthiness. These are all things we must work on as teachers. Thanks to Julie, for adding creativity to the list! It is so important that we allow students the opportunity to express their ideas and understandings in multiple ways, not only through pencil and paper activities.
I am very glad to see that you all are reading one another's postings and responding to these. Keep up the good work!
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