Reflection On Progressivism

After completing the survey in the Introduction to Teaching textbook, I learned that my philosophy of education closely correlates with the views of progressivism. My understanding of this philosophy highlights the child as a whole and the importance of active learning that readies students for the world ahead of them. Progressivists also believe that experiences are a large part of a students learning which is why active learning is so common allowing students to learn about themselves and learn how to problem solve. Rather than believing in strict common core curriculum, progressivist believe that the interest of students should be the main source of deciding curriculum and activities. John Dewey 'father of progressive education' was a...show more content...

A student can be involved in their education and the progress they make rather than being a bystander with a lecture style classroom and are active participants in their learning and evaluations. Overall, the use of a progressive outlook in the classroom creates a student centered and directed environment that focuses on the student and their interests promoting growth and knowledge rather than testing and repetition. The INTASC that has always stuck out to me and would fit well into a progressive classroom was standard #2: Learning Differences. Council of Chief State School Officers define this strategy as "the teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards" (2011). With a progressive philosophy of education, the main goals are to give students an education that is personal and relates to their life. The focus of meaningful life and education can be explored and expressed in learning differences. To start the year off on a high note, I plan to meet with parents and students as an introductory meeting. These are sometimes held in group settings, but meeting face to face and allowing parents to voice their beliefs separate from peering eyes is a more personal approach. In these initial meetings, I will gather information about diversity

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Progressivism implies a philosophy which welcomes innovations and reforms in the political, economic, and social order. The Progressive movement, 1901 to 1917, was ultimately the triumph of conservatism rather than a victory for liberalism. In a general sense, the conservative goals of this period justified the Liberal reforms enacted by Progressive leaders. Deviating from the "traditional" definition of conservatism (a resistance to change and a disposition of hostility to innovations in the political, social, and economic order), the Conservatist triumph was in the sense that there was an effort to maintain basic social and economic relations vital to a capitalist society. The Progressive leaders essentially wanted to perpetuate...show more content...

In 1902, the United Mine Workers were willing to submit to arbitration, but the coal operators adamantly opposed any recognition of the union. Thus, the union members decided to strike over wages, safety conditions, and union recognition. The Anthracite Coal Strike of 1902 ended with the appointment by Roosevelt of an arbitration commission to rule on the issues. Business men did not regard politics (government regulation) as a necessary evil, but as an important part of their position in society. Roosevelt did not see big business as evil, but a permanent development that was necessary in a modern economy. Roosevelt couldn't rely on the courts to distinguish between "good" or "bad" trusts. The only solution was for the executive to assume that responsibility. Roosevelt's ingenious "square dealings" and "gentlemen's agreements" controlled many firms. In 1903, a new cabinet position was created to address the concerns of business and labor (Department of Commerce and Labor). Within the department, the Bureau of Corporations was empowered to investigate and report on illegal activities of corporations. The abuse of economic power by railroads proposed another problem for Roosevelt. However, in 1903, the Elkins Act empowered the ICC (Interstate Commerce Commission, first American federal regulatory agency) to act against