Philosophy+Paper

Write a 10 to 12 page paper on your philosophy of education. “Philosophy of education is a platform on which decisions are made and life is led” (text, p. 321). Revisit your background statement to see if your thoughts have shifted and if so why? Who are you? What will you teach? How will you teach? Who will you teach? What key personal and life experiences have influenced your philosophy of education and why? Integrate the course readings, discussion and your learning from other courses and explain why this information influenced your educational philosophy during your time at UMF? Interpret and defend your position on the current educational issues we are facing today? Analyze and reflect on the schools of philosophy, and educational theories that fit into your educational philosophy. What are your belief systems regarding teaching and learning? How will your philosophy of education impact your classroom? 1) Classroom Organization - lesson plan, physical setting, 2) Motivation, 3) Discipline, 4) Assessment, 5) Classroom Climate, 6) Learning Focus, 6) Teaching Styles, 7) Leadership Styles. How will your philosophy of education impact a school district and what do you hope to contribute to the field of education?
 * II. Educational Philosophy - (60 points) Standard 1, 2, 7, 9, 10**