Short Essay:

1. Your philosophy of education is much more than a set of words; it is based on actions such as how you treat learners, how you set up your classroom, and what types of rules you enforce. Select one key idea that you would include in your educational philosophy and describe something you would do in your classroom that reflects this idea.

2. In your opinion, how much progress has the United States really made in providing equal educational opportunity? (DEFEND YOUR ANSWER)

3. What are the characteristics of a profession? What arguments for or against recognizing teaching as a profession?

4. Intentionality is a first and foremost requisites of teaching.Teaching with intentionality means that professionals make careful, reflective, deliberate decisions about all aspects of children's care and learning experiences, including assessment tools and practices. Discuss data driven decisions and evidence based practices.