Educational Psychology Blog

Module # 2 Blog Chapter Four- was interesting talking about the intelligences and Howard Gardner’s intelligence chart that he believes intelligence is measured on a biological base. An intelligence is a “biopsychological potential to process information in certain ways to solve problems or create products that are valued in at least one culture or community” (Gardner, 2009, p.5). There are many different levels of measuring one’s intelligence. I will have to say I have heard of IDEA and was not aware that students with special needs get to have a free public education. I found it interesting on that many factors are involved with learning challenges and that intense teaching can lead to changes in brain functioning (Woolfolk). I think it is so important to catch learning disabilities at an early age. When I was in school that didn’t have any programs to help students that had a learning disability. I’m not sure if it was because I went to a catholic school or more children today h

Module #1 I am enjoying reading my book and find it interesting. In chapter one it talks about how the book will help us understand the complex processes of development, learning, motivation, teaching, and assessment so we are able to become confident teachers (Woolfolk). Teacher and student relationships are important because research shows that if you are positive and encouraging to your students while they are younger their attitudes will continue to remain positive throughout school. This reminds me of the growth mindset and the fixed mindset because with the growth mindset you have positive thinking and will continue to grow. The fixed mindset you don’t challenge yourself to beyond your comfort zone and continue not to grow just remain negative. If teachers start their classes out positively the outcome and motivation will continue with them because they are training their brain early on. I did not realize that the Obama Administration made changes for the tests to assess growt

Why I decided to go into the field of education When I was young I always would play school with my friends. I went to a Catholic school in the city of Chicago.  When I was in third grade I had a teacher that was a positive influence on me. While taking her class I gained a lot of confidence and she made you feel smart. I remember her class being very interacting with group activities which kept us interested in learning and made it fun. She would take the time out to help you with any homework questions after school. I remember her making us feel comfortable, safe and that we could go to her with anything we needed.  In elementary school, I struggled a bit with learning I did everything the longer and harder way. I never gave up as my third-grade teacher taught us to do our best and keep trying. Since I had some struggles with learning I know that when I see other students having difficultly that I will know how they feel, and want to help them any way possible to understand.