Katherine Neuman

What I know: What my experience with knowledge is that its not something a person "knows". In my opinion, it is more about experience. We can say we "know" something but just when we actually "know" than its changes and we really do not know.

For example, the lattice strategy for multiplication was how my now 6th grader learned but when I learned multiplication it was the traditional method. Also, My kids learned various techniques for memorizing single digit numbers using their fingers while I learned only by flash card and memorization.

What I can teach my classmates to become better teachers is really one thing: Be open minded. Their are so many paths when becoming a teacher you have to be open to find style of teaching, your style of communicating and what makes you be a successful teacher.

Finally, what can I teach my students to help them become a better person?

First of all, I never want to change a student- who they are personality wise, however I would like to teach kindergarten or first grade because they are very impressionable at this age, and I get to teach they things that are very humbling through things like social stories that will help shape them into amazing leaders in their school, community and life.

The type of teacher I will become is more in line of a social reconstructivism philosophy.

What is the purpose of school?

The purpose of school is to gain knowledge of both the past and the present. While the world is changing all the time, I think it is important to embrace our past histories and learn from it. This is really the only way to learn and change the world and peoples ways of thinking.

How will the students learn?

My students will learn in many different ways. They will learn by book, video, research and hands on. There is no one way to learn.

What types of educational experiences will you provide?

My class will not just be teacher driven but rather student driven and teacher guided. All students need to learn and they do need guidance but they also need to realize that their voice needs to be heard as well.

What will your students values be?

My students will follow the PBIS because I feel it will build strong individuals to shape what our world needs. I will interact with my students in a positive approach and giving them positive reinforcement. While I cant force all of my students to interact with one another all the time, I will help instill values of equality and that all students are the same no matter the difference between one another.

In what one word describes me as a teacher? Tenacious

In what one word describes my students? Scholarly

If a visitor walked into your classroom, what would they see? MLK, he had a dream and that dream is what I want my students to see. No separation and more equality. MLK wanted anyone who would stand beside him and to walk that walk and next to him to show brother and sisterhood.