Assignment:
Included in the solution are ways to analyze goals and philosophies of the classroom by observing the teacher, interaction between teachers and student, behaviors of students, and classroom environment. The classroom used was a kindergarten class where the observer saw the students counting and singing during circle time, then needed to write a field observation. Ideas are given on how to analyze the observation based on the following:
a. Teacher's educational goals
b. Learning environment
c. Classroom procedures and rules
d. Role of the teacher
e. Student/teacher relationship
f. Curriculum
g. Teaching methods
h. Use of technology as a resource
i. Assessment
The ideas presented can be used for any elementary classroom setting.
Prepare a 350 to 700-word Reflection Paper regarding your observation experience. Include the educational philosophy (or philosophies) most closely demonstrated by the classroom teacher, and explain how you came to that conclusion. (Keep in mind that teachers often use an eclectic philosophical approach.)