6.2.4 Importance of Philosophy of Education to the Teacher

IMPORTANCE OF PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION TO TEACHER

1. Importance of Philosophy of Education to the Teacher Prepared By: Katreen Kye S. Factor

2. The Philosophy of Education is a field of study that examines the nature, purpose and methods of education. It is complex and diverse field, with a wide range of philosophical perspectives on education.

3. Importance of Philosophy of Education to Teacher For teachers, the philosophy of education can be valuable tool for understanding their role in the classroom and for making decisions about how to teach their students.

4. Help teachers to develop a personal philosophy of education Having a personal philosophy of education can help teachers to make decisions about how to teach their students, how to assess their student’s learning and how to interact with their students and their families. It can also help teachers to stay motivated and inspired in their work.

5. 2 . Help teachers to understand the different purposes of education Some of the most common purposes of education include: To prepare students for the workfoce . To develop students’ critical thinking skills. To help students become good citizens. To help students develop their personal identity.

6. Help teachers to understand different learning theories. Learning theories are theories about how people learn. Some of the common learning theories include: Behaviorism Cognitivism Constructivism Understanding of these can help teachers to choose teaching methods that are most likely to be effective for their students.

7. Help teachers to understand the role of a teacher. The role of a teacher can vary depending on the philosophical perspective. For example, in a traditional teacher-centered classroom, the teacher is the primary source of knowledge and the students are passive learners. In a constructivist classroom, the teacher is a facilitator of learning and the students are active learners.

8. Help teachers to understand the role of the student. The role of a student can also vary depending on the philosophical perspective. For example, in a traditional teacher-centered classroom, the students are expected to listen to the teacher and to memorized information. In a constructivist classroom, the students are expected to be active learners who are responsible for their own learning.

9. Helps teachers to make decisions about curriculum. The curriculum is the content that is taught in the classroom. The philosophy of education can help teachers to choose content that is relevant to their students’ need and interest and that is aligned with their philosophical beliefs.

10. Help teachers to make decisions about assessment. Assessment is the process of gathering information about students’ learning . The philosophy of education can help teachers to choose assessment methods that are effective in measuring students’ learning.

11. Help teachers to communicate with parents and other stakeholders. When teachers can explain their philosophical beliefs to parents and other stakeholders, it can build a trust and understanding. This can be especially important when there are disagreements about educational practices.

12. Help teachers to stay motivated and inspired. When teachers are clear about their philosophical beliefs, it can give them a sense of purpose and direction in their work. This can help them to stay motivated even when the challenges of teaching seem overwhelming.

13. Help teachers to make a difference in the world. When teachers are clear about their philosophical beliefs, they can use their teaching to promote the values that they believe in. This can help to create a more just and equitable world.

14. The Philosophy of education is a complex and diverse field, but it is also a valuable tool for teachers.

15. THE END THANK YOU SO MUCH  -- Katreen Kye S. Factor