You've been presented with a variety of
educational philosophies. You should be beginning to formulate your philosophy of
education. What instructional philosophies will you incorporate into your classroom
environment? Will you have a behaviorist approach to instruction or a constructivist one?
Identify which view you feel embodies your personal philosophy of education. How will
these views relate to your instructional and classroom management style?
can you explain this better please
and possible some websites that can help me with this... thank you
I can't very well post some websites because I don't know which educational philosophies you've studied. Check your text materials. If you post them here, along with a brief description of each, we'll be happy to help you answer your questions.
Perennialism
Progressivism
Reconstructionism
Positivism
Constructivism
Behaviorism
Humanism
Essentialism
do you think you can help me understand my assignment better now? if now what other info. do you need?
Please post a brief description of each philosophy. I want to see what you understand about each of them.
Perennialism
Knowledge is enduring, seeks everlasting truths, views principles of existence as constant or unchanging, values the ability to reason, associated with idealism
Progressivism
is an educational theory that emphasizes
that ideas should be tested by experimentation and that learning is rooted in questions developed by learners
Reconstructionism
This theory calls on schools to teach one to control institutions and be organized according to basic democratic ideals.
Positivism
Limits truth and theory to what is observable and measurable
Constructivism
emphasizes hands-on, activity based teaching and learning.
Behaviorism
Psychological theory states that all behavior represents the essence of a person and that all behavior can be explained as responses to stimuli.
Humanism
people are born good and free but become enslaved by institutions
Essentialism
Holds that there is a common core of information and skills that an educated person in a given culture must have. and schools should be organized to transmit that core of materials
Scooby, which of these environments do you learn best in? In what kind of atmosphere do you most enjoy learning? In what kind of atmosphere have you found teachers who are most successful in helping YOU learn? This is where I would start forming a philosophy.
I discovered that I had the most success as a teacher using a philosophy that teachers who interested and challenged me used... adapted to my style.
What instructional philosophies will you incorporate into your classroom environment? Will you have a behaviorist approach to instruction or a constructivist one?
I would have behaviorist approach and constructivist. Behaviorist explains that all behavior can be explained. Constructivist explains that it is activities that are hands on in teaching and learning. I learn better in constructivist just because it is hands on activities. For example of you are trying to put a model airplane together. I would learn better by doing it hands on than I would do it someone was lecturing about it or if I was reading about it. When you read or lecture you usually forget what was told to you. If someone lectures you it may get boring and you might end up sleeping or even talking to a classmate while they are lecturing you. When doing things hands on it gives you a better understanding of what you are doing by using your two eyes. I also remember things better when you are doing hands on activities. Constructivist also constructs knowledge. You also may remember on how to do it next time since you did it hands on the first time. Or when someone else is putting that model airplane together you can jump in and help with hands on. A hand on learning also enhances the child's ability to think critically.
How will these views relate to your instructional and classroom management style? What I can do is the following:
Instead of requiring the student to write answers to questions in workbooks or texts, for example, let him tell you the answers. Discuss anything he gets wrong.
Read aloud or use books on tape and videos to broaden his base of literature.
Use audio tapes that set facts to music for any areas in which rote memorization has been difficult.
Explain steps clearly when teaching a task that requires organization.
Provide a quiet place to work when he must concentrate on an assignment, since sound attracts his attention.
You have some excellent ideas here, Scooby. Your educational philosophy would help the students who have difficulty learning in a more traditional classroom.
Many students, however, hate to be read to after they've learned to read well. Believe it or not, some students learn better by reading to themselves and answering questions in writing.
Ideally, we'd use every method available to reach all kids. But often that is not practical in classrooms with 25 or 30 students.
When I was teaching middle school social studies, I taught pretty traditionally with lots of visuals to reinforce what we read and discussed. We also did several visual projects throughout the year. Your philosophy reminds me of one student I had who failed tests and only passed the class because she tried and did well on visual projects. I'll never forget the time I sat down with her and showed her how to make some rather complex (for me) designs (flowers?) by folding and cutting tissue paper. As I read the instructions to myself, I demonstrated and she made one along with me. After she'd made one, she then turned to a couple of her friends and showed them how to make it. :-)
Of course! When developing your philosophy of education, it's important to consider different instructional philosophies that you can incorporate into your classroom environment. Two common approaches are behaviorism and constructivism.
Behaviorism is an instructional philosophy that suggests that learning is a result of stimuli and responses. It focuses on observable behaviors, reinforcement, and repetition to shape and reinforce desired behaviors in students. Behaviorists believe that the environment and external factors have a significant impact on learning.
On the other hand, constructivism is an instructional philosophy that emphasizes the role of the learner in actively constructing their own knowledge and understanding. It holds the belief that learners actively engage with new information, building upon their existing knowledge through personal experiences, reflection, and critical thinking.
Now, when determining which instructional philosophy you want to incorporate into your classroom, you need to reflect on your personal beliefs and values as an educator. Ask yourself questions such as:
- Do you believe that students should be passive recipients of knowledge, or do you think they should actively engage in constructing their own understanding?
- Do you prefer a teacher-centered approach, where you guide and direct students' learning, or a student-centered approach, where students have more autonomy and take ownership of their learning?
Your personal philosophy of education may lean towards one of these approaches more strongly than the other, or you might find elements from both that resonate with you. It's important to note that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and the philosophy you adopt should align with your personal teaching style and goals.
Once you have identified the instructional philosophy that embodies your personal philosophy of education, it will influence your instructional and classroom management style. For example:
- If you embrace a behaviorist approach, you might focus on providing clear expectations, reinforcing desired behaviors, and utilizing rewards and consequences to shape student behavior. Your classroom management style may be more structured and teacher-led in order to create a controlled learning environment.
- If you prefer a constructivist approach, you might encourage student engagement, critical thinking, and collaboration. Your instructional style may involve facilitating discussions, providing opportunities for exploration and discovery, and allowing students to take ownership of their learning. Classroom management may involve fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that values students' ideas and perspectives.
Ultimately, your instructional and classroom management style should be aligned with your chosen instructional philosophy and should support your overall goal of creating a positive and effective learning environment for your students.