Conclusion

I believe that the student should be at the center of the instructional process. I have an image of students as strong and capable beings. The classroom is a place where the teacher serves as a facilitator and guide as the students construct their own understanding of the world around them. Although it is the teacher’s role to plan lessons and evaluate students’ progress, it is of the utmost importance to always take the students and their own unique needs into consideration, when students are the priority in teaching, an amazing amount of learning can take place. I believe in creating opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential while developing and expanding their horizons and worldviews. In order to accomplish this, there must be a welcoming, positive environment that is open and honest. When students feel comfortable online environments they will surely be more engaged and responsive to class activities. I also consider it essential to be passionate and enthusiastic about learning so that the students can have a most relevant and meaningful experience.

Finally, opportunities for learning should take on a variety of forms, and this is where the cross-curricular competencies really come into play. When fine art serves as an outlet for language arts, or sports as an outlet for math, every student has a chance to showcase his or her abilities to their greatest extents. It is up to the teacher to see how learning and evaluation situations can take place just about anywhere, we just need to seize the moment.