My Personal Philosophy Of Education Essay, Research Paper

My Personal Philosophy of Education

My philosophy of education are the types that are

known as progressivism and existentialism. I believe that for

me a combination of the two is a perfect way to teach.

Progressivism is ideal because the teacher gives the student

a say in what they can do within the classroom. It is a hands

on system of working. I believe that students can learn very

well if they do activities themselves. Learning about how to

do something and actually getting to do it are two extremely

different things. Existentialism is also ideal because this

method of teaching allows children to confront his or her

freedom. Children need a sense of freedom in making

decisions about school work. I believe that if progressivism

and extentialism are combined children can carry out hands

on tasks while at the same time making an independent

understanding of a particular concept.

If a child learns hands on how to do something they will

find it quite meaningful, and will be able to relate it more to

everyday life. School work can become meaningful if a child

independently understands what is being taught. Then,

children will look forward to leaning and will be more

comfortable learning from their teacher.

I am looking forward to becoming a teacher. As a

teacher of elementary students I will always hold high

expectations of my students. I hope to find that children love

to learn and also look forward to learning. However, I do

understand that some students are not willing to this. I will

find this a challenge for me which I ma capable of handling

I hope to always have students involved in what is being

taught. I will do this by having hands on activities as well as

independent activities. I will use fun methods and ideas to

get children involved in the lesson. If a child is having fun

this will enable the student to get a better understanding of a

particular lesson. All in all, I want my students to have an

understanding of the lesson while at the same time having

fun!