I will attempt to make my classroom one that is not only structured but also nurturing. I will have some classroom ethics, standards and expectations that will allow for fairness, creativity, quality communication and collaboration. I want to help my students not only become smart but also become good. And in order to do this, they will need to have character. Therefore, I will ensure that I define character for my students and let them know that there are two components of character: performance character and moral character.
As you know, performance refers to the outcome such as getting good grades and achieving something. Therefore, performance character is referring to the student doing his or her best without regard to the outcome. Whether you reach your goal or not, the fact that you tried your best means you learned along the way and are on the right path to achievement.
Moral/ethical character will also be on our top list of good character because refers to doing the right thing. Good moral character asks for the student to respect others, be responsible, and be honest. For a student to have character, they must have both performance character and moral character.
I will attempt to create a healthy environment and a good culture in the classroom on the first day of school. I can promote this request for ethics by involving the students in the decision making process to establish norms and procedures for the classroom. I will create a culture in which the students will not only do their best but will also bring out the best in each other. Some of the key things I will be looking for when it comes to doing your best is (1) be prepared, (2) work hard, and (3) have a positive attitude. When it comes to treating others with respect and care, I will be advising that students (1) treat others as they want to be treated, (2) use good manners (e.g., say thank you), and (3) help each other (e.g., provide constructive criticism not a put down).
Adapted from the State University of New York
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