Module 2 Reading and Response

Module 2 Reading and Response

Teaching Philosophies and Student Learning

Multiple Choice

What is the best definition of a teaching philosophy?

• Attitudes or beliefs that influence behavior

• Belief in one best or one right way to teach

• Clear understanding of the educational standards

Multiple Select

Which of these are ways to build and develop a personal teaching philosophy? Choose ALL that apply:

• Keep a journal

• Ask your professor about their defining experiences

• Figure out your own attitudes and beliefs toward teaching

• Study several teaching styles to decide which is best and stick to it

• Wait until you have experience in the classroom

Open Ended

Reflect on your K-12 education experiences and your favorite and least favorite teachers.

Write a few lines about how those experiences will shape your teaching philosophy and your future classroom - how will this help you to be a better teacher?

Multiple Select

After watching the video, click on each of the 4 F's in Mike's teaching philosophy. Think about which of these might you incorporate into your own teaching philosophy.

• Fun

• Firm

• Follow

• Formative Assessment

• Feedback

Open Ended

After watching the video, respond to the following in complete sentences:

1. How many different teaching styles did you notice in this video?

2. What is some of the "invisible work" mentioned in the title of the video?