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Lindsey Stanton

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 * __Philosophy of Education__**

Throughout the history of education, many theories and practices have been studied, developed, and implemented. These theories and practices have come together to establish our country’s present educational system. As a future teacher, I have looked at these philosophies of education and developed my own views on them and my own personal teaching philosophy.

My personal teaching philosophy mainly revolves around the progressivism philosophy and the perennialism philosophy. I understand that I cannot change the world alone, but I can instill a passion in my students who will in return change the world together. Because of this view, I believe in a more student-centered learning environment. I believe we should put emphasis on problem solving and skills needed in today’s world. I also believe that problem-based learning, cooperative learning, and guided discovery should be the most delivered teaching methods. These ideas reflect the progressivism view. I also believe lecture, questioning, and coaching in intellectual thinking should be applied teaching methods. Additionally, the teacher should always deliver clear lectures and increase the student understanding with critical questions. These ideas mainly spur from the perennialism educational philosophy. Finally, I agree with the postmodernism philosophy as it pertains to the learning environment. I believe the learning environment should be community-oriented and self-regulated. This allows the students to engage in personal research and role play.

Overall, my trichotomy of philosophies stems from perennialism, progressivism, and postmodernism educational philosophies. Together, these three schools of thought make up a larger philosophy that accurately portrays my own personal educational philosophy. These ideas will hopefully help change the world and create a message to students to stand up for and act on what they believe.