My vision for my future mathematics instruction is very different than how I was taught before, and what I currently observe now. I really want to make math more of a discussion and exploratory based subject. I want to help and encourage the students explore and make mistakes if needed. I want my instruction to encourage students to love the subject!
What do you want your classroom to look like?
I want my classroom to be set up in a very open way. I want the students to feel very comfortable and invited. I want artwork and student done work on my walls. I want there to be plants and other nature like things in the classroom. I do not want the teachers desk to feel like a closed off place.
What type of work do
I want my students to do a lot of high level tasks and a lot of exploring. I want to stray away from drill worksheets, and timed tests.
What do you want your students to accomplish in your mathematics classroom?
My overall main goal would be for students to not hate math! I think math is one of the most hated subjects because it is present in a negative way. I want my students to be comfortable with math and not dread doing it.
Your vision is well focused and honest. I think the next important question is "how?" You want your students to "not hate math", but what would this look like? What will students be doing so that it evidences that they don't hate math? What types of experiences will they have so that they won't hate math? How will you know whether or not they hate math?
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