Education In Education And Education

What is teaching? In the simplest terms, teaching is “the communication of knowledge” (6). Knowledge includes skills, facts, morals, truth, doctrine, etc., and can be

Outstanding educators are the ones that are constantly learning from their colleges, research and most importantly their student. As a recent graduate, I know I have a lot of learning to still do, but each and every day I teach I learn something new and become better at my practices as an

Education has undergone many rhetorical and definitional changes since its creation; the explicit purpose of teaching the masses, particularly in the framework of public schooling, has varied from culture to culture. At its core, though, the aim is simple: to efficiently construct productive members of a society. This effort has to encompass so much of the values of said societies that it becomes impossible for educational institutions to avoid the influence of larger institutions. Within these constraints comes the effect of social reproduction. This institutional byproduct of education rooted in societal values guarantees that students who come from lower income backgrounds are fated to experience this existence as adults, whereas students from higher income families have the advantages to follow in the footsteps of their parents. Without deeply studying and working to reverse social reproduction, our current educational system is the story of history repeating itself.

An educator is defined as a person who provides instruction or education. I believe that when it comes to choosing what my career should be, it should come straight from the heart. As far as I can think back, I have had a strong admiration for education. I have been an honor student since I have been enrolled in school. I believe that taking pride in academics enhances character.

I believe philosophy of education is defined with learning in many ways. In order to reach a certain level of learning there’s recourse along the way that defines the person and goal. John Dewey said “educational philosophy centers pragmatism and the method of learning by doing.”

There are many controversies that american public education system does more harm than good. In “Against School” by John Taylor Gatto and “Social Class and the Hidden Curriculum of Work” by Jean Anyon, explains how school education destructively impacts us. Gatto states his experience as a public school teacher and why he “just can’t do it anymore”. He was tired how the schooling was programmed. He argues how school system are affecting students to be more like “childlike” citizens. Also, Anyon demonstrates her research on how there are many different kind of education depending what “class” you were. She informs us that there is an inequality in “Social Class and the Hidden Curriculum of Work”. Both authors depicts the reality and truth, that some people are unable to see. As a student, I’ve also experience this and support how school depicts how we are in the future. Moreover, there are many representations that explains why the american public education systems does more harm than good.

I entered education with the intent to use my life to make a difference for my city, state and country. I was flagged early in my elementary education as student that was struggling academically. My parents were fortunate enough to be financially able to send me to a specialist working in a private school. I spent much of my time from grade three to eight in a special education setting where I made great strides academically. Upon entering high school I returned to a public high school, tested out of my IEP and entered the advanced track.

Educating children profoundly affects their lives and influences the life of anyone who may come in contact with them. Education is the foundation for a child to base the rest of his or her life on. When a child has become well educated he or she can make decisions that will benefit their interest as well as society as a whole. An educator is someone who cares and wants to see children be successful in class, and in the future. I feel that successful teaching is made of components that build on each other like, love, discipline, understanding and encouragement, and patience and persistence. I love children and I love participating in the process of learning with them. I have come to appreciate learning even more today. I hope to someday be able to give back to our future students what was given to me. I hope to be remembered as the one who helped and made a difference in a child’s life. I have to say as I enter into the profession of teaching my philosophy will grow stronger as I gain experience in the classroom. I truly believe the key to a happy and successful life is having a choice to do what you really want.

Throughout the semester we had three main topics: discussing why we educate and the two different schools of thought behind that topic, how we teach and the various traditions that form schools and a teacher’s pedagogy, and the segregation of schools. In my essay I will discuss the two arguments for why we educate, various teaching styles, curriculum and how it is decided, and the segregation that still exists in today’s schools. To me these are vastly important topics to examine before becoming a teacher. In order to be a good teacher, one needs to be aware of the controversies and big ideas surrounding reasons why we teach, various teaching methods, who decides what is taught, and the segregation that is still very prevalent in our schools today.

Do schools meet the needs of the students that come out of our current system? It has been a question in debate for a very long time. As the pace of change in society excellerates it is imperative to reexamine if we are meeting the needs of students of the 21st century and it has become increasingly clear that we are not. Critics of the system write scathing accounts of how schooling is harming children and society by teaching conformity instead of the critical thinking skills they purport to teach. In response to the criticism, some schools in Canada have worked hard at reforms and have reexamined their basic practices in order to try and bridge the gap between what 21st century learners need and what is being currently offered in

Parents have far-reaching responsibilities for their children. It is a moral obligation of every parent to make sure their children do their homework and is kind to others among other varied and constant parenting tasks. Parenting role is particularly of profound significance in an environment where racial discrimination affects the child's development. Clint Smith narrates his childhood experiences as a black child and how his parents compromised some of their desires to watch him and his siblings become self-dependent amid racial prejudices. He further asserts his realization and belief that his parents' efforts were a crucial form of education in molding the accountable and independent black man he is today. He quotes from author and scholar, Paulo Freire who explains explicitly the need to use education as "a tool for critical awakening and shared humanity" (Smith, 2013, p. 25). In the book, "Pedagogy of the Oppressed", Freire states that “No one can be authentically human while preventing others from being so" (Smith, 2013, p. 25). I'm in utter agreement with Smith's stance on the status quo; "So when we say that black lives matter, it's not because others don't, it's simply because we must affirm that we are worthy of existing without fear, when so many things tell us we are not" (Smith, 2013, p. 26). In this regard, it is my view that as a community, we must fight racism; live and let live.

Education is a diverse subject that is crucial working part in our society machine. We can thank our education system for what our world looks like today. Without education all our advances in technology, medicine, and critical thinking wouldn't be possible. Our teachers of the past, present, and future were and are some of the most important people to have walk this earth. They have touched the lives of many, and will continue to shape the minds of tomorrow. Yet, as well as our education system has done, their are still many issues that we must address as a whole. Issues such as Bilingual education and the hiring of unqualified teachers plague our education system.

The wise man once stated, “Teaching for nearly 40 years has allowed me to see how much our world has changed.” I had no idea how how far our world has come in just 40 years, until I asked my teacher, Mr. Gibson. Since 1978, Mr. Gibson has taught high school math. He attended college at Bemidji State University, receiving his four-year degree and eventually earned his masters. He is a very intelligent man, to say the least. Mr. Gibson explained how change has occurred in the school, how academics have been reshaped by technology, and how life in general has been revamped.

People believe learning is mainly related to education and academics. That’s not completely true. We learn unconsciously every day and process every task, like walking. For me, education has always been my top priority, but what I don’t comprehend is – why is it? Most people view attending school and studying is something mandatory, but I feel differently. Studying became a huge part of me. I love learning and the notion of gaining more knowledge. It could possibly be classified as my hobby. For example, I usually spend all my spare time, and even if it’s for one assignment, indulge myself for hours a day studying in my room. I believe education and gaining knowledge is a privilege and it’s one’s responsibility to act upon it. I truly never understood why learning and education was not being taken advantage of and as a learner, I believe learning can and should be valued more, such as a hobby, instead of a chore or conflict.

In my old elementary days, I was always struggling with my work. I was falling behind, stuck on questions, and eventually frustrated with myself while the other students were steps ahead of me. I was a shy kid back then, so getting my teacher’s attention was difficult for me; my teacher’s attention would always go to the kids who were considered smart and all the praises would go to them. At those moments, I would sulk at my desk waiting to see if someone would notice me, but no one came. Eventually, I was accompanied with an ELL teacher and they would pull me out of class to help me read, do math, or anything I was struggling on. It was fun for the most part, I would always have a conversation with my ELL teachers. This lead me to become more aware of my weaknesses and learn from my mistakes because they would help me in ways that got me to think for myself. I know that children who are in the same situation as me never got the help that they needed and honestly; without the help of my ELL teachers, I would have never become the person I am today. This is why the education system in America should be changed because, using the stories: The Secret to Raising Smart kids and Marita’s Bargain, I believe that hard work and more school days would benefit children from actually learning.