1. EDUC 513 KK Zutter Summer 2009 Philosophy of Education Speech Eva Broder

2. *As teachers, we are both responsible for students’ academic achievement as well as their character growth. *Especially in inclusive settings, We must impose values that teach respect for others and for self. *Development of character should be an integral piece in curriculum development for all ages. .

3. *With a focus on character development and learning of social norms, children will learn to work together in a community and respect one another *We must maintain high expectations of students’ academic efforts and their efforts in building themselves as positive members of society

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