My Teaching Philosophy - by Duren

I have always loved to learn.  I want to create an environment where students can gain a passion for learning in whatever capacity they choose.  I want to teach my students general life skills mixed with analytical thinking that will help them succeed in the real world.  I am going to allow my students the freedom to think for themselves and arrive at various answers in whatever means necessary.  I plan on teaching History and PE.  I think it is absolutely crucial for students to learn from the past and be able to analyze what has happened so they can understand why the world functions the way it does today.  I am also going to teach PE.  I have always loves sport and exercise.  I pride myself on being physically fit and living a healthy lifestyle.  I feel that it is necessary that I teach my students how important physical activity is and the important role it plays in their lives.  Most importantly, I want my students to gain a love of knowledge.  Life is a never-ending learning opportunity.  Therefore, I want my students to gain a passion for knowledge and gain the skills they need to live a happy and productive life.  

--Duren

My Teaching Philosophy

While I am not a teacher with my own classroom at this time, I have a vision of the teacher I want to be and the classroom I want to have. I understand that it is a process that will evolve over time and probably never be perfect, because I will always be working on making it better. From the limited time I have observed in classrooms I know that I want to have an open, save environment. I want my students to feel safe and mutual respect for one another as well as me as their teacher.  I definitively have an essentialism type management stance however, I strive to become more of a constructivist. I really would like my students to have a say on what goes on in the classroom, our classroom. Students need a safe environment where they can be comfortable. Developing rules and routines with them can help them to feel some ownership in the classroom, which I feel is important. I want to help my students develop a love of learning and to desire knowledge. I want my students to learn what they need to be a successful member of society. This is what I will strive for when I am a teacher.