Notes on The Nature of Teaching

Lesson 1-The Teaching Profession: The Nature of Teaching ======================================================== 1. Views About Teaching 2. Reasons for Becoming a teacher 3. Teaching as a Profession 4. The Professional Teacher 5. Meaning of Profession, Professional, Professionalism and...

Lesson 1-The Teaching Profession: The Nature of Teaching ======================================================== 1. Views About Teaching 2. Reasons for Becoming a teacher 3. Teaching as a Profession 4. The Professional Teacher 5. Meaning of Profession, Professional, Professionalism and Professionalization 6. Teaching as a Profession, Vocation and Mission What is your views in teaching? 1. It is important for us to understand that teachers are products of the family where they belong. The family values and the home environment that shaped their belief, character and personal values are reflected in their personality, values and personal philosophy. 2. Teachers need to recognized also shaped by society where they live. (cultures, values, norms, religions, and environment are influentials in shaping their life. 3. Teachers as servant leaders in the community. Teaching as Profession ====================== 1. Facilitators of Knowledge ========================= - **Content Delivery:** Teachers are responsible for delivering curriculum content in a way that is engaging and accessible to all students. - **Critical Thinking:** They encourage students to think critically, ask questions, and develop problem- solving skills. - **Adaptive Teaching:** Good teachers adapt their teaching methods to suit different learning styles, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to learn effectively. 2. Guides and Mentors ================== - **Personal Development:** Teachers often serve as role models, guiding students in developing personal and social values. - **Career Guidance:** They help students explore career options and provide advice on future educational paths. - **Mentorship:** Teachers offer support and mentorship, helping students navigate academic and personal challenges. 3. Motivators ========== - **Inspiration:** Teachers inspire students to achieve their best by fostering a love for learning. - **Encouragement:** They motivate students to set and achieve goals, and they celebrate successes, which builds confidence. - **Supportive Environment:** By creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, teachers encourage students to participate and take risks in their learning. 4. Assessors ========= - **Assessment:** Teachers assess student progress through various forms of evaluation, providing feedback that helps students understand their strengths and areas for improvement. - **Formative Assessment:** Ongoing assessments help teachers adjust instruction to meet students\' needs in real-time. - **Summative Assessment:** They also conduct final assessments that measure student learning at the end of a unit or course. 5. Classroom Managers ================== - **Environment Creation:** Teachers create a conducive learning environment by managing classroom behavior and fostering respect and collaboration among students. - **Time Management:** They manage time effectively to ensure that students are engaged and that lessons proceed smoothly. - **Resource Management:** Teachers also manage resources, including technology, to enhance the learning experience. 6. Lifelong Learners ================= - **Continuous Improvement:** Teachers engage in professional development to stay updated with new teaching strategies, technologies, and educational research. - **Reflective Practice:** They continuously reflect on their teaching practices and seek ways to improve their effectiveness in the classroom. 7. Advocates for Equity ==================== - **Inclusivity:** Teachers advocate for all students, ensuring that each one has equal access to learning opportunities, regardless of background or ability. - **Differentiation:** They differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with special needs. - **Cultural Competence:** Teachers promote cultural understanding and respect, helping students appreciate diversity. 8. **Teachers as Community Leader and Advocate**- stronger link between home, school and community. Advocate because teacher role serves in the protection C welfare of children RA 7610. Special protection of children against child abuse, exploitation C discrimination act. G. Teacher as EXPERT ==================== a. **Knowledge in content-** teachers should know the subject matter they teach. b. **Pedagogical content knowledge-**blending of content and pedagogy into a framework for understanding how subjects, topics and lessons are organized into instruction. It simply means teachers should master the subject they are teaching and they know how to teach it effectively. c. **Knowledge of the learners-**teachers should understand the characteristics of learners. d. **General Pedagogical Knowledge-**teachers should understand the general theories and principles of teaching. e. **Knowledge of educational contexts**-teachers should understand educational contexts of learners in school (cultural, political, educational context, economic) that shape and influence education. f. **Curriculum Knowledge-** teachers need to have knowledge and appreciation of the curriculum, curriculum models, innovations, curriculum designs, materials, assessment and curriculum process. g. **Knowledge of educational ends, purposes and values**- teachers should understand the principles, theories and purposes of education. (values of education). TEACHING AS YOUR MISSION ======================== Teaching As A Vocation ====================== The teacher as professional =========================== 7 Rs that Professional Teachers need to do and to learn as professionals: ========================================================================= 1. REMEMBER- to perform your duties with high degree of professionalism. 2. RESPOND- to the needs of the students with utmost level of concern to the welfare and well-being of the students. 3. RECOGNIZE- that as professionals, teachers must continuously seek professional career advancements through joining professional associations, attending continuing education activities for teachers, and doing graduate studies. 4. REAWAKEN- your passion and sense of mission to serve all types of learners. 5. RENEW- your commitment to help each learner to learn in order to have a better future. 6. RE-EVALUATE- your commitment to help each learner to learn in order to have a better future. 7. RELEARN, LEARN and UNLEARN- many things to keep you updated with new knowledge and information. Lifelong learning. Reasons of Becoming a Teacher ============================= 1. Passion for Education ===================== - **Love for Learning:** Many teachers have a deep passion for learning and want to share that love with others. - **Desire to Educate:** The opportunity to impart knowledge and skills to the next generation is a strong motivator for many individuals. 2. Impact on Students' Lives ========================= - **Making a Difference:** Teachers have a significant influence on their students\' lives, helping to shape their future. The ability to make a positive impact is a powerful reason to enter the profession. - **Mentorship:** Many teachers find fulfillment in guiding and mentoring students, helping them to achieve their potential. 3. Personal Fulfillment ==================== - **Sense of Purpose:** Teaching provides a strong sense of purpose and fulfillment, as educators contribute to the growth and development of young people. - **Rewarding Experience:** Watching students learn, grow, and succeed can be incredibly rewarding, both personally and professionally. 4. Love for Working with Children or Adolescents ============================================= - **Connection with Youth:** Many teachers enjoy working with young people and find joy in their energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning. - **Positive Relationships:** Building strong, supportive relationships with students is a key aspect of teaching that many find fulfilling. 5. Continuous Learning and Growth ============================== - **Lifelong Learning:** Teaching is a profession that encourages continuous learning. Teachers often pursue professional development opportunities to stay current in their field. - **Intellectual Challenge:** The dynamic nature of teaching provides intellectual challenges and opportunities to innovate in the classroom. 6. Contribution to Society ======================= - **Community Impact:** Teachers play a vital role in shaping the future of society by educating the next generation of citizens. - **Social Change:** Educators can be agents of social change, advocating for equity, inclusion, and justice in the classroom and beyond. 7. Job Stability and Benefits ========================== - **Job Security:** Teaching often provides a stable career with consistent demand for educators in various regions. - **Benefits:** Many teaching positions come with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and time off during the summer and holidays. 8. Influence of Role Models ======================== - **Inspired by Teachers:** Many individuals are inspired to become teachers because of the positive influence of their own teachers or mentors during their education. - **Family Tradition:** For some, teaching runs in the family, and they are inspired to continue the tradition. G. Creativity and Autonomy ========================== - **Creative Expression:** Teaching allows for creativity in lesson planning, instructional methods, and classroom activities. - **Autonomy in the Classroom:** Teachers often have the autonomy to design their classroom environment and tailor their teaching style to best meet the needs of their students. The 4Cs of Teacher in the content pedagogy in molding the mind and character of every individual person who become their students. ================================================================================================================================== 1. Creativity-teachers think outside the box, develops ideas, possess outstanding talents, and lead effectively and innovates. 2. Critical Thinking- a cognitive ability and capacity to think critically in solving problems, making decisions and n processing ideas. 3. Commitment- a passion to make a difference in the lives of each learner. 4. Character- an exemplar of positive values. The BODY PARTS ============== 1. **BRAIN**- to always think critically and creatively. 2. **EYES**- to see the individual needs, strength, and nature of each student. 3. **EARS**- to listen to the students ideas and concerns 4. **HANDS**- to guide students and to show direction. 5. **HEART**- to love all the students regardless of who and what they are. 6. Mouth- to speak the truth, discuss knowledge, and speak wisdom to students. 7. **FEET**- to walk with the students, explore the surroundings and discover new knowledge and information 8. **NOSE**- to breath deeply and relax when feeling tired and pressured. THE PROFESSIONAL TEACHER ======================== - The Teachers Professional and Personal relationships with others are governed with various laws such as: The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, Batas Pambansa 232, and Magna Carta for Public School Teachers. - Teachers provide personal, caring attitudes to the students by diagnosing their needs and by planning, selecting and using methods and evaluation procedures designed to promote effective learning. - The process of teaching includes understanding and adhering to legal and legislated frameworks and policies by developing understanding of the social regard for learning, learning environment, diversity of learners, curriculum, planning, assessing and reporting, community linkages and professional growth and personal development. - The National Competency-Based Teacher Standards (NCBTS) is a professional development guide for teachers. It is a theoretical framework that defines the various dimensions of effective teaching and the aspects of teacher professional development. TEACHERS RESPONSIBILITIES ========================= - Assume ownership for the classroom and the students success - Use personal experience as examples in teaching - Understands the feelings of students - Communicate clearly - Admit mistakes and correct them immediately - Think and reflect on practice - Display sense of humor - Dress appropriately - Maintain confidential trust and respect - Enjoy teaching and expect students to enjoy learning - Treat students fairly - Maintain professional manner at all times - Address students by name - Speak appropriately with tone and volume Teaching as a Profession, Vocation and Mission ============================================== - **TEACHING AS YOUR VOCATION, MISSION AND PROFESSION** "One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feelings..." -- Carl Jung - **TEACHING AS YOUR VOCATION.** It comes from the Latin word "vocare" which means "to call". Teaching is more than a noble profession. It is a vocation...a calling. - **TEACHING AS YOUR MISSION.** It comes from the Latin word "misio" which means "to send". We are sent into the world to accomplish a mission. Teaching is your mission means it is the task entrusted to you in this world. Every teacher has its own unique mission, purpose, or objective that they need to accomplish. We are expected to contribute to the betterment of this world in your own unique way. - **TEACHING AS YOUR PROFESSION**- a striving for excellence, a dedication to the public interest, and commitment to moral and ethical values." -- Hon. Hermogenes P. Pobre