Philosophy
of Teaching
Education is possible through the distribution and exchange of knowledge and experience by lecture, demonstration, story telling, collaborating, and the establishment of rapport over shared time. Teaching and learning occurs in these situations; teacher to teacher, teacher to student, student to student, student to teacher.
In my own learning process, I’ve discovered that the most beneficial experiences I’ve encountered came from situations where large bodies of information and thought (both technical and conceptual) processes were presented to me and exchanged with me. I was not always able to process and understand all of it at first exposure but it began to clarify itself, and often expand itself, through my own struggle with the experiments or tasks that provided themselves as vehicles for the resolution of problems.
Thoughtful preparation and delivery of information given through time,
and self inquiry through one’s own research are critical factors
in the making of a good teacher. Aside from academic strengths, a person
who is able to model integrity, dedication, and love of their work professionally
and personally makes the most positive impact on students. A fine teacher
serves as a mentor to their students, receptive to the needs of individuals
as an advisor, counselor, or friend who encourages disciplined development
of each student.