Musing About Choosing and Using

How would you describe your personal philosophy of education?

(Tick one of the following)

Education is primarily for personal growth and the development of individuals to reach their maximum potential.
Higher education should provide students with the necessary professional skills and knowledge required for employment.
The role of higher education is to prepare students for the roles they will take on in the community and hence has a social obligation to provide students with a moral and ethical education.
The purpose of education is to advance, transmit and sustain knowledge.
Higher education should equip students with a broad-based education and the skills for life-long learning.
The purpose of education is to transmit culture.
Other (please specify)

How do you see your role as a teacher?

(Rank the following in order of importance.)

Teaching students facts and principles of the subject matter
Providing a role model for students
Helping students develop higher-order thinking skills
Preparing students for jobs/careers
Fostering student development and personal growth
Helping students develop basic learning skills

Modified from: http://www.winona.msus.edu/teachinggoals/TGI1.HTM