Being a teacher clearly entails more than being an instructor and helping pupils fulfill their educational potential. Teaching is a complex and multi-faceted area, one which is constantly evolving and is in a state of continual flux. In this assignment, the attributes which constitute an effective teacher will be disseminated, alongside a critical analysis of my own personal views and teaching ideology (primarily centred on creativity, adaptability and other such variables).
The conclusions and points this assignment makes will be discussed with relevance towards my own practice. Recent and empirical literature will be consulted, in addition to a backlog of government reports and other such authoritative educational documents.
Furthermore, a critical appraisal will be evident throughout the course of this assignment, with the point that being an effective teacher may not just depend on one solitary attribute, indeed a plethora of traits need to be exuded in one’s practice for them to be deemed an effective teacher, particularly adaptability which is ever more pertinent in the educational climate that exists in the contemporary era.
Although this assignment will adopt a general stance on what constitutes an effective teacher (not distinguishing particularly between educational levels), there will be some discussion (limited by the scope and wordage of this assignment) over the criteria which constitutes an effective teacher varies by the educational level (i.e. primary or secondary school) they are operating at.
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. The shifting ideals of education over time and their relevance towards being an effective teacher
- 3. ICT and being technologically literate
- 4. Reflection and Creativity
Objectives and Key Themes
This assignment aims to explore the multifaceted attributes of an effective teacher, analyzing how these attributes have evolved over time and their relevance in contemporary education. It will critically examine the author's personal teaching philosophy, drawing upon empirical literature, government reports, and personal reflection.
- The evolving definition of an effective teacher across different eras.
- The shift from academically-focused to holistic, child-centered education.
- The role of teacher influence and modeling in shaping student behavior.
- The importance of understanding and applying educational theories in practice.
- The integration of technology and creativity in effective teaching.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the assignment by establishing the complexity and ever-evolving nature of effective teaching. It emphasizes the multifaceted aspects beyond simple instruction, highlighting the need for a critical analysis of personal teaching ideologies and the relevance of empirical literature and governmental reports. The chapter outlines the assignment's approach, focusing on a general perspective of effective teaching while acknowledging variations across different educational levels.
2. The shifting ideals of education over time and their relevance towards being an effective teacher: This chapter explores the historical evolution of educational ideals, examining whether perceptions of effective teaching have changed over time. It references studies by Coe et al. (2014) and others to illustrate a shift from traditional, rote learning methods towards a more holistic, child-centered approach. The chapter highlights the increased emphasis on emotional and social needs alongside academic achievement, referencing initiatives like Every Child Matters and SEAL. It argues that contemporary effective teaching requires broader skills, encompassing coaching, mentoring, and even parental-like responsibilities in some cases, making it a more demanding profession than in previous decades.
3. ICT and being technologically literate: [This chapter summary would be added here if the provided text contained this chapter. Since it is missing, we cannot create a summary.]
4. Reflection and Creativity: [This chapter summary would be added here if the provided text contained this chapter. Since it is missing, we cannot create a summary.]
Keywords
Effective teaching, educational ideals, child-centered education, holistic education, teacher influence, modeling, educational theories, pedagogical methods, ICT integration, creativity, adaptability, contemporary education.
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The assignment explores the evolving definition of an effective teacher across different eras, the shift from academically-focused to holistic, child-centered education, the role of teacher influence and modeling, the importance of educational theories, and the integration of technology and creativity in effective teaching.
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The assignment critically examines the author's personal teaching philosophy, drawing upon empirical literature, government reports, and personal reflection. It adopts a general perspective on effective teaching while acknowledging variations across different educational levels.
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The assignment analyzes the historical evolution of educational ideals, showing a shift from traditional, rote learning methods towards a more holistic, child-centered approach. It highlights the increased emphasis on emotional and social needs alongside academic achievement, referencing initiatives like Every Child Matters and SEAL.
What are the key characteristics of an effective teacher according to this assignment?
An effective teacher, according to this assignment, possesses a broad skillset encompassing coaching, mentoring, and even parental-like responsibilities. Their teaching incorporates educational theories, technology, and creativity, and is adapted to the holistic needs of the child.
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The assignment draws upon empirical literature, government reports, and personal reflection. Specific mention is made of studies by Coe et al. (2014).
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Key words include: Effective teaching, educational ideals, child-centered education, holistic education, teacher influence, modeling, educational theories, pedagogical methods, ICT integration, creativity, adaptability, and contemporary education.
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- Sam Curran (Author), 2014, What makes an effective teacher?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/427209
