My Philosophy of Mathematics
According to Merriam-Webster, the definition of a teacher is one that teaches; especially one whose occupation is to instruct. I say this definition should be changed. To me, the definition of a teacher— and the definition I will always strive to fit— is, one who understands, cares, forgives, listens, and teaches. One who understands no two students are the same, there are countless different types of learners. One who cares for the student’s well-being, rather than just a grade. One who forgives as the students learn how to thrive through life, making mistakes along the way. One who teaches students schoolwork and teaches students life. The definition of a teacher should be a superhero.
As an instructor, it is so important for me to help my students learn and excel, not only within the classroom, but outside as well; to create a lifelong learner. In the classroom I will experience so many different types of learners; using different instruction models, I will learn how to create the best learning environment for my students. Using mostly student-centered learning, as a class we will learn from each other. I will not only be a teacher in my classroom, but also a student. My students will not only be students in my classroom, but also teachers.
Teaching students math can prove very difficult, especially when students are not properly motivated. Getting the students interested and actively learning in math is my first objective. Using hands on activities, technology, and real-world topics/applications that interest the students is a very important part of teaching to adolescent students. I will not be the math teacher who stands in front of the room and teaches at the students, just showing what I already know. In my classroom, we will use cooperative learning and collaborative learning in order for the students to get the chance to learn for themselves, ask questions, make discoveries, and gain a real conceptual understanding.
I believe that math not only teaches numbers and theorems, but also real-world applications. I believe that while learning within a math classroom, students are learning to solve complex problems, how to think abstractly, how to identify patterns, how to work with others, and how to ask for help. Although for many student’s, math will not be their favorite subject, I am determined to help each student understand the concepts and problem solving that is required. It is too often said that math is “too hard”, or “boring”, or “pointless”. I will strive to be the change to that. I want to show students that they can excel at math, they can find interest in everything around them, and there are real-world applications of math around them at every second.
As teachers, we have the ability to make a true impact on students’ lives and I plan to take this role very seriously. I will make it my mission to help every student within my classroom become the best student they can be and the best person they can be. I hope to change each student's math careers and lives as I know each student will change my life.
As an instructor, it is so important for me to help my students learn and excel, not only within the classroom, but outside as well; to create a lifelong learner. In the classroom I will experience so many different types of learners; using different instruction models, I will learn how to create the best learning environment for my students. Using mostly student-centered learning, as a class we will learn from each other. I will not only be a teacher in my classroom, but also a student. My students will not only be students in my classroom, but also teachers.
Teaching students math can prove very difficult, especially when students are not properly motivated. Getting the students interested and actively learning in math is my first objective. Using hands on activities, technology, and real-world topics/applications that interest the students is a very important part of teaching to adolescent students. I will not be the math teacher who stands in front of the room and teaches at the students, just showing what I already know. In my classroom, we will use cooperative learning and collaborative learning in order for the students to get the chance to learn for themselves, ask questions, make discoveries, and gain a real conceptual understanding.
I believe that math not only teaches numbers and theorems, but also real-world applications. I believe that while learning within a math classroom, students are learning to solve complex problems, how to think abstractly, how to identify patterns, how to work with others, and how to ask for help. Although for many student’s, math will not be their favorite subject, I am determined to help each student understand the concepts and problem solving that is required. It is too often said that math is “too hard”, or “boring”, or “pointless”. I will strive to be the change to that. I want to show students that they can excel at math, they can find interest in everything around them, and there are real-world applications of math around them at every second.
As teachers, we have the ability to make a true impact on students’ lives and I plan to take this role very seriously. I will make it my mission to help every student within my classroom become the best student they can be and the best person they can be. I hope to change each student's math careers and lives as I know each student will change my life.