The
fourth chapter of Integrating
Differentiated Instruction + Understanding by Design,
by Carol Ann Tomlinson and Jay McTighe, focused on what is vital to
the content. One of the key aspects of this chapter was catering to
the individual needs of the students. Teachers have several responsibilities, here are two of the main ones; firstly, the students are meeting the
standards expected of them; secondly, a well focused curriculum meets the
individual learning needs of every student; if the second task is achieved, the first will be too. “If
we see ourselves predominately as teachers of curriculum- even
exemplary curriculum- we have forgotten half of our professional
role. We are also teachers of human beings. The
essence of our jobs is making sure that the curriculum serves as a
catalyst for powerful learning..." (pgs.
38-39) To
me, the responsibilities of teachers are expressed perfectly in the
above quotation. It is important to not only have an awareness of
each students' learning style, but also their background. By
incorporating work that the students can relate to their learning
experience will be enhanced.
In
my own classroom, I will make it a goal to get to know my students.
Personally, the teachers that stood out to me in high school were the
teachers that allowed me to incorporate my own passions into my work,
nothing invigorates a person more than excitement. These teachers
were able to do so by knowing me both professionally and personally.
Though it will be intimidating trying to develop a trusting
relationship with my students, I know it is essential to learning.
Hopefully, my field experience will help me develop a certain comfort
for getting to know the students.
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