Freedom to Teach

Cheryl Lee August 29, 2019, 9:00 am

Freedom to teach means to me that students have access to content and can express their ideas freely.

All students should feel valued an able to grow and learn in the environment without fear.

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 2:59 pm

Good point! Thanks for sharing!

Jeduke August 30, 2019, 3:38 pm

The freedom to teach means to be able to study & pursue knowledge & research as well as to use resources and to be able to share experiences, knowledge, and ideas while fostering this collaboration among students as well.

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 12:04 pm

I love your points on pursuing knowledge and fostering collaboration! Thanks for sharing!

Dodd_3226386 September 26, 2019, 10:16 am

The Freedom to Teach means that teachers may teach to the children they are serving in a way that reaches those students.

No single one technique can reach every person young or old. Teachers should be able to use methods and resources that work best for them.

Liam October 1, 2019, 2:36 pm

I agree, the idea that we can standardize one technique to be used by all teachers is nonsense. Teachers must have the freedom to use their perception to determine the best technique for that particular student or classroom. Thanks for participating!

Nikki Jeske August 23, 2019, 4:55 am

Freedom.

To teach is so important. Not every child learns the same and teaches are the innovators that help three students learn. It should never be about a state or federal test. The teachers I learned and loved three most were some of my funniest classes and I learned a ton. They weren't easy, but it gave me perspective. Teachers are teaching in challenging times and it is hard to stand and teach when several don't want to be there. If a teacher had more rights over his/her clayton

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 4:31 pm

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts!

danielle.carvil-dardey_3314552 August 26, 2019, 8:49 am

When I think of freedom, I am reminded of the various battles that one has to endure in order to be able to gain the rights afforded them.

As an educator, I am blessed to have the freedom to expose my students to material that aligns with grade level standards as well as content that will educate the whole child. Teaching with freedom helps the educator to see the child as individuals and meet them where they are. As a special educator, I love the opportunity help students as being their life line, encourager, coach, and support system. Students sometimes feel as though their "label" is a death sentence. Having the freedom to teach allows me to change that narrative from death to life!

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 4:12 pm

Thanks for participating in the discussion, Danielle!

jason09101972 August 28, 2019, 8:26 pm

Freedom to teach means allowing teachers to deliver content and skills to our students in whatever way we see is appropriate for each of our learners as long as we are meeting the standards in our content area.

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 3:24 pm

Thanks for contributing, Jason!

smadison_3009458 August 29, 2019, 10:27 am

Freedom to teach means that I have the freedom to do what is best for each student without political repercussions to my career because of whose child is on the board or because I am willing to stand up for what is right when administration will not.

I feel that freedom to teach means that I have the freedom to do what is right for my students at all costs but yet that will never come with the fear of a cost to my career.

Megan Ortmeyer September 12, 2019, 2:37 pm

Thank you for your thoughtful contribution to the discussion!

Araceli_F_3172122 September 2, 2019, 11:25 pm

Freedom to Teach means having autonomy to decide what's best for my students, my classes, and my curriculum.

It means that I, as a teacher, have the freedom to be creative, innovative, and selective to prepare engaging lessons that will be specifically intended for my own students.