Writing a Philosophy Statement(English, Paperback, Pryor Caroline R.)

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Writing a Philosophy Statement(English, Paperback, Pryor Caroline R.) is written by Pryor Caroline R. and published by Myers Education Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1975508491 (ISBN 10) and 9781975508494 (ISBN 13).

Writing a Philosophy Statement: An Educator's Workbook, Second Edition provides a step-by-step process for writing a clear and concise philosophy of education statement based on a reader's beliefs about their approaches to teaching. This unique book provides information about five key philosophical approaches to teaching, using a range of activities for preservice and experienced teachers to examine classroom dilemmas. The workbook explores a variety of philosophical stances, including: Five philosophical approaches to teaching Strategies for identifying your approach to teaching Strategies for applying your approach in a written philosophy of education statement Practical uses for your philosophy statement Example Professional Development Activities include Case Studies; Check Lists; Sample Philosophy Statements; Tips and Tools for Writing a Philosophy Statement; and Using your Statement in Job Interviews and Graduate School Applications. A key feature of this book is the highly researched two-dimensional Philosophy of Education Scale, helpful in identifying an individual's most and least likely approaches to teaching. The Scale includes a range of teaching practices that can prompt readers' deep understanding of the sources that impact their approach decisions. This book offers educational leaders a much-needed pathway for collaborative communication about how teachers can impact school climate, change and attainment. Writing a Philosophy Statement is an essential tool for undergraduate and graduate students of education who are preparing for a career in teaching and for the academic rigors that they will encounter. Perfect for courses such as: Introduction to Education; Analysis of Instruction; Curriculum and Instruction; Research on Curriculum and Instruction; School Practice and Change; Philosophy of Education; Leadership and Change; Leadership and Collaboration; Principles of Leadership; Foundations of Education; History of Education; Senior Seminar; Student Teaching; Field Experience; and Methods of Instruction