Philosophy Of Teaching Statement

B Y Z O E B R O W NE L 5 0 0 6 A D U LT L E A R N I N G T H E O R I E S

MY PHILOSOPHY OF TEACHING STATEMENT

SECTIONS

• Section 1: Conceptualization of Learning• Section 2: Conceptualization of Teaching• Section 3: Goals for Students• Section 4: Implementation of the philosophy• Section 5: Professional Growth Plan

SECTION 1CONCEPTUALIZATION OF LEARNING

At each point in an individual’s

life, learning occurs

Learning is an ordinary part of the process of human living

Learning is also contained within a structural framework like an

educational system

With the increased use of technology, learning is more self-directed, and learner centered

SECTION 2CONCEPTUALIZATION OF TEACHING

LEARNING

TEACHING

Me

Teaching = Facilitating + Guiding + Supporting + Coaching

SECTION 3GOALS FOR LEARNERS

COMPENTENCY MEANING MAKING

Building a sense of community online is important too!

SECTION 4IMPLEMENTATION OF THE

PHILOSOPHY

A D D I EAnalyze Design Develop Implement Evaluate

TEACHING METHODS

• Scenario based learning• Authentic learning• Problem solving• Collaboration• Project based

learning• Self-reflection• Dialogical

SECTION 5PERSONAL GROWTH PLAN

10 YEAR PERSONAL GROWTH PLAN

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Knowles, M.S., Holton, E.F., and Swanson, R.A., (2005). The Adult Learner: The Definitive Classic in

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Rovai, A. (2001). Building classroom community at a distance: A case study. Educational Technology

Research and Development, 49(4), 33-48.