The Nature of Children
I believe that children have an intrinsic desire to learn. From the moment they are born, their senses soak up and organize all of the information in their environment. Contrasting colors become distinct images. Some sounds are classified as voices. Soon distinct words are recognized, understood, and eventually spoken. By exploring the sights and sounds, tastes and feelings of the world around them, children fulfill this innate disposition to learn.
Objective
The purpose of education is to facilitate a safe, nurturing environment with the materials a child needs to fulfill this inherent hunger for learning. The environment should be filled with interesting content that children can explore with all of their senses to continue to understand their world.
Teacher’s Role
I believe that a teacher must observe each child and provide educational content that meets their individual needs, interests, and learning styles, engaging as many of the senses as possible. When a student learns in this manner, their understanding, accomplishment, and satisfaction in their work become a reward in itself.
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