My Educational Beliefs Jessica Coffey

I believe… students need to gain confidence and self- evaluation skills. In the classroom: teaching at all teachable moments, accepting responsibility, manners etc.

The Humanistic Approach

I believe… Students beliefs, environment and past experiences shape their learning. In the classroom: other perspectives, pleasant environment, respect, positive role model

The Social Cognitive Theory Albert Bandura Social Learning Theory Social Cognitive Theory (“monkey see monkey do”) (Cognitive factors) Personal Factors Environmental Influences Behavior

I believe… Students learn through discovery, peer interaction and prior knowledge. In the classroom: engage the students, student directed, teacher guided, real world connections, peer interaction

Constructivism Bruner Vygotsky Dewey Piaget