Professional Preparation
At the beginning of my education at West Virginia State University, I had a basic knowledge of what it takes to be a teacher. I also knew there was more behind the scenes that no one ever seen but I didn’t exactly know what it was. I remember writing my first philosophy of education in Education 200 and having a good idea of what I wanted to accomplish as a teacher and what would be required of me in that position. Then, I wanted to light a fire inside of children that would create a desire for life-long learning. Now three years later, I have realized what the “it” is and have a passion for education like never before.
I was introduced to theorist, strategies, and classroom management. I had the basic concept of how children learned certain things at certain ages. Then I was acquainted with Jean Piaget and discovered that it consisted of much more. Children develop in stages and how they process the world around them vary according to the stage they are in. His theory details cognitive development in children and how each stage is a building block upon the previous. Abraham Maslow developed a Hierarchy of Needs. His theory states that humans naturally strive to satisfy needs. Lower level needs need to be met before higher level needs can be satisfied.
The professional development workshops I attended broadened my understanding of teaching. The Ruby Payne workshop opened my eyes to the outside factors that affect students’ learning. Students come to school hungry, sleep deprived, poor personal hygiene, and more, and then are expected to learn. The workshop gave me tools and strategies to use that addresses these issues and ensure learning takes place.
I have grown abundantly throughout the process. I feel I am experienced in my content area and am prepared to use strategies effectively. I believe I am prepared to be an agent of change and lead my students to be successful. I want to make a difference in the lives of my students. I want to influence my students and be a positive role model.
I was introduced to theorist, strategies, and classroom management. I had the basic concept of how children learned certain things at certain ages. Then I was acquainted with Jean Piaget and discovered that it consisted of much more. Children develop in stages and how they process the world around them vary according to the stage they are in. His theory details cognitive development in children and how each stage is a building block upon the previous. Abraham Maslow developed a Hierarchy of Needs. His theory states that humans naturally strive to satisfy needs. Lower level needs need to be met before higher level needs can be satisfied.
The professional development workshops I attended broadened my understanding of teaching. The Ruby Payne workshop opened my eyes to the outside factors that affect students’ learning. Students come to school hungry, sleep deprived, poor personal hygiene, and more, and then are expected to learn. The workshop gave me tools and strategies to use that addresses these issues and ensure learning takes place.
I have grown abundantly throughout the process. I feel I am experienced in my content area and am prepared to use strategies effectively. I believe I am prepared to be an agent of change and lead my students to be successful. I want to make a difference in the lives of my students. I want to influence my students and be a positive role model.
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