As an educator I believe all students have the ability and the right to learn.  Although all  learners do not have the same ability, therefore adaptations can and must be made to ensure the success of all students present in a class room. 

    My personal philosophy is that educators must set there students up for success;  A successful student is one who works up to his or her potential and is the best they can be.  In order to make certain students are successful teachers must be organized  and prepared.  Also the instructor must organize and prepare students.  Teachers must give explicit instructions, encourage students, manage behaviors immediately and consistently, and be flexible.  The classroom is a place that constantly bombards students with information, such organization will help children handle the demands of being in a social group and academic learning situation.               

Students are always learning, not only in the classroom but in the home, and out in the community.  Students must be taught not only subject matter but also skills that will cross over into other areas of their lives.  Learners should be aware of how material presented in the classroom carries over into their lives so it can be used to help them achieve success.  Teaching and learning are life long processes.  I consider it a teachers job to keep up with current subject material, teaching strategies, and current issues students face. 

I believe materials should be presented to students in a variety of ways.  Presenting the same materials in different ways will cover different learning styles present in the classroom.  Also presenting different materials in a variety of ways keeps your learners interested and provides opportunities different learning styles present.

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