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My Philosophical Methodology Of Learning

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My philosophical methodology of learning is mixed and I would not have it any other way. Each individual student does not learn in the same way so why should I teach every lesson in the same way or style. Finding the correct balance between direct instruction and a constructivist approach can help reach a wider range of students and learning styles. Combining a strong traditionalist perspective with a touch of progressive and humanistic instruction will help to expand the influence made on our youth today. Introduction Teaching is my calling. It is what I was blessed and sculpted to become. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance …show more content…

(Titus 2:7-8, NIV) Worldview & Philosophy of Life Our existence is to reflect the nature and character of God in our lives. Humans were created to reflect God’s character and to glorify His name. Our purpose for living must take into account our calling in life; we are able to do what God called us to do. We must use the gifts God has given us to do His work, worship Him, and partake in fellowship with God. ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind’. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ (Matthew 22:37-39, NIV) I came to the understanding at a very young age that God intended for me to teach our youth. I was not raised with a strong religious background but rather with a strong spiritual one. My faith and relationship with God has guided my decisions my entire life. As others pushed me to use my intelligence to gain prestige and attend a prominent university, I chose to follow the path that I believe God had created for me. In doing so, not only have I honored God and his intentions for my life, but I have been blessed with true happiness. But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me. (1 Corinthians 15:10, ESV) Philosophy of Schools & Learning As I learned in my Advanced

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