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Richard Feynman (1918-1988), American physicist Richard Feynman was well known for both his contributions to quantum electrodynamics and his enthusiastic teaching methods.

Philosophies of Education

Philosophy of Technology
In this document I assert my strong belief that effectively utilized technology in the classroom can greatly enhance students educational experience, but poorly implemented technology can do more harm than good.
Philosophy of Teaching
My philosophy of teaching explains how democratic ideals and my emphasis on discovering mathematics fits into my educational philosophy. Many of these ideas are expounded upon my Education Purpose, linked above.
Philosophy of Discipline
Discipline is one of the most difficult things to establish when creating classroom mangement strategies. This document explores my belief that the best system will involve students freely giving control to the teacher instead of being intimidate or punished into submission.

Demonstration of llinois Professional Teaching Standards:

1. Content Knowledge: The teacher understands the central concepts, methods of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) and creates learning experiences that make the content meaningful to all students.

2. Human Development and Learning: The teacher understands how individuals grow, develop and learn and provides learning opportunities that support the intellectual, social, and personal development of all students.

3. Diversity: The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.

4. Planning for Instruction: The teacher understands instructional planning and designs instruction based upon knowledge of the discipline, students, the community, and curriculum goals.

5. Learning Environment: The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

6. Instructional Delivery: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage students' development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.

7. Communication: The teacher uses knowledge of effective written, verbal, nonverbal, and visual communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

8. Assessment: The teacher understands various formal and informal assessment strategies and uses them to support the continuous development of all students.

9. Collaborative Relationships: The teacher understands the role of the community in education and develops and maintains collaborative relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians, and the community to support student learning and well-being.

10. Reflection and Professional Growth: The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates how choices and actions affect students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community and actively seeks opportunities to grow professionally.

11. Professional Conduct and Leadership: The teacher understands education as a profession, maintains standards of professional conduct, and provides leadership to improve student learning and well-being.

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