I believe that each person learns in his or her own unique way, so I constantly reflect on and adjust my practice to best support each individual. I treat each student in a way that is uniquely adapted to his or her personality and learning style in order to maximize intellectual, emotional and social growth. One main focus should be on the learning of the student; therefore, reflecting on lessons and assessment is important in determining whether one needs to revisit a subject in a different way to optimize learning. It is also important for me to familiarize myself with the community to which my students belong in order to inform my teaching style. To be a little more specific, I believe that learning is optimized when students feel:
Another cardinal part of my philosophy is the importance of Aboriginal education. Please visit the following links to read about my outlook on Aboriginal matters:
Education for Aboriginal Students at UBC: Historical Timeline
Relating Myself to Amy Perreault’s Work on Aboriginal Initiatives
Truth and Reconciliation and the Indian Residential School Initiative
- Respected and understood
- That they are worth something
- Involved in the teaching process, and other teacher-related processes
- That the classroom is rule-bound but also fun
- Sense of community
- That their parents are involved
Another cardinal part of my philosophy is the importance of Aboriginal education. Please visit the following links to read about my outlook on Aboriginal matters:
Education for Aboriginal Students at UBC: Historical Timeline
Relating Myself to Amy Perreault’s Work on Aboriginal Initiatives
Truth and Reconciliation and the Indian Residential School Initiative