Teaching Philosophy
Students learn best by interaction with others in social settings. My philosophy of teaching follows the social constructivist theory, which emphasizes community and collaboration. My role as an educator is that of facilitator and guide, creating lessons that involve learner agency, creativity, and feedback. My task is to offer activities that give students choice in their learning and a variety of tools and methods by which to demonstrate their learning.
Leading by example, I model what I teach and foster positive relationships with students. I believe that if I do not have their hearts, I will never fully have their minds.
Future Goals as School Library Media Specialist
I hope to gain the skills to collaborate with administrators and faculty to improve curriculum, to become more knowledgeable about educational theories and research that influence professional practice, and to learn how to form and advocate for partnerships within the global learning community. I am especially interested in how the digital age has opened the doors of information exchange in the forms of electronic libraries, collaborated online learning, Web 2.0 environments, and electronic books. I’m excited to see how technology will further advance how we educate others and ourselves.
Learning Commons Statement of Purpose
Vision
The Dhahran Campus library media program:
Students learn best by interaction with others in social settings. My philosophy of teaching follows the social constructivist theory, which emphasizes community and collaboration. My role as an educator is that of facilitator and guide, creating lessons that involve learner agency, creativity, and feedback. My task is to offer activities that give students choice in their learning and a variety of tools and methods by which to demonstrate their learning.
Leading by example, I model what I teach and foster positive relationships with students. I believe that if I do not have their hearts, I will never fully have their minds.
Future Goals as School Library Media Specialist
I hope to gain the skills to collaborate with administrators and faculty to improve curriculum, to become more knowledgeable about educational theories and research that influence professional practice, and to learn how to form and advocate for partnerships within the global learning community. I am especially interested in how the digital age has opened the doors of information exchange in the forms of electronic libraries, collaborated online learning, Web 2.0 environments, and electronic books. I’m excited to see how technology will further advance how we educate others and ourselves.
Learning Commons Statement of Purpose
- The Learning Commons at ISG's Dhahran campus is a learner-centered hub that fosters innovation and celebrates creativity through flexible physical and virtual space.
- We value communication and collaboration to connect with each other and with the world. We strive to be knowledgeable guides who foster a culture of inquiry built upon trust and kindness.
- The Learning Commons provides high-quality resources to meet the needs of our community, empowering all users to create knowledge and artifacts for a global audience. – adopted June 16, 2016
Vision
The Dhahran Campus library media program:
- helps develop students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- builds collaboration with teachers and students
- uses the Commons Core Standards, ISTE (International Society of Technology in Education), and the British National Curriculum as primary guides for teaching and learning
- provides materials that are available in many formats, including digital, electronic and print media
- encourages reading for enjoyment
- provides learning activities to support digital and 21st century learners
- ensures a safe and comfortable environment for the entire learning community
