This is the last post for my current class, however I will continue to post randomly about my new position. Which I LOVE!!!!! I just finished up with testing and it was an experience. Overall it was a great experience, however being in the classroom, I do not think teachers understand how much work goes into preparing for test and then the time to pack up from testing. However, back to my class.
One quote that has really stuck with me during this class is "Play is an active part of learning that unites the mind, body and soul." This quote is something I now have displayed in my room and have given a copy to all my teachers. We as educators discuss getting our students engaged, well one way to get our students engaged as well as keeping them engaged is to play, this is also a great way for students to learn and practice. In order for students to continue to learn, they must have a love for it and by students using play, they are able to let go and learn independently. This quote should be remembered by all educators, not just elementary, but middle, high and even college classes. PLAY CAN BE EDUCATIONAL and in turn, students WILL learn.
Have a great rest of the week and I will do my best to continue to blog!!!!
Brittany you are definitely enthusiastic about teaching and helping students learn in the best way. I appreciate your awesome teacher character because it lets me know there are others that value increasing knowledge in children positively. Your thoughts about play are accurate. When students engage in play, as you stated "independently," they are free to explore new exciting ways of approaching their environment. The quote is awesome in relation to play because it says to me "be free, be whole, and forget structure." Thank you for post. It was joy to read.
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed so much, as you have, being reminded of the importance of play. As a third grade teacher, I have sadly noticed that many of the students at my school really don't understand how to play. They have spent so much time doing other things (watch t.v., play video games, etc) that they have lost the ability to socialize, be creative, or understand what appropriate play looks like. This is evidence that children must continue to play once they enter formalized education. In addition, teachers need to be reminded that as an instructional tool, play can be utilized for student engagement and increased learning. Thanks for a great post!
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