As I become better educated, I learn that not every aspect of the world is picture perfect and with these new views, my philosophy will continue to change. I am coming to the end of my undergraduate work with all of my education courses behind me, I realize that I am still developing my philosophy of education. My philosophy is that all students deserve the right to learn and it is my duty as a teacher to provide each student the equal opportunity for an education. The proper aim for public schools in a democracy is to provide each student an equal opportunity for an education, to help students realize their potential, and to educate them so that they may contribute to society as worthy citizens. By combining the skills, knowledge, and freedom of choice the student will continue to contribute to society by implementing the things learned in school to their everyday lives.
Some students learn faster and easier than others do, but each deserves the same knowledge.
All students, from the severely disabled to the most gifted, deserve and must have the chance to meet their own potential, to discover their own talents, and to individually shine. The curriculum of a school must be carefully developed and implemented by the teacher with an understanding of the benchmarks that students need to meet, as well as an understanding of human development. Education should build the foundations for integrity and positive attitude while empowering students to achieve academic success. A teacher is many things but first and foremost a learner, excited with learning, and able to share that excitement with students. A great teacher lets students see them in a learner mode, where they do not know everything, but are eager to find the answers.