08 Aug Write sincerely, uniquely, and memorably.
Philosophy Paper Requirements
The paper should be 2–4 pages, typed in Times New Roman using 12-point font, and double-spaced with 1″ margins.
Use a first person narrative and present tense.
- Write sincerely, uniquely, and memorably. Avoid clichés, jargon, and technical terms.
- Include specific (not abstract) ideas, using 1–2 concrete examples, whether actual or anticipated experiences.
- Show humility and mention students enthusiastically.
- Include your conception of how learning occurs.
- Communicate your goals as an instructor.
- Include actual or anticipated teaching strategies and methods.
- Include justification for why you teach (or anticipate teaching) the way you do.
- Include a brief discussion of how your teaching (or anticipated teaching) facilitates student learning.
- Include a conclusion.
- To assist you in developing your teaching philosophy, you may choose to include any or all of the following:
- Famous quotes
Your personal experiences as a learner
Your views of the educational system
- Your interest in new types of teaching and learning
- What you think students should expect from you as a teacher
- How you know your goals for students are being met
- How you create (or anticipate creating) an engaging or enriching learning environment, and specific activities or exercises to engage your students
