1.  Demonstrates understanding of subject matter and pedagogical knowledge for instruction.

2.  Demonstrates understanding of how children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.

3.  Demonstrates understanding of the central role of literacy skills in student learning.

4.  Demonstrates understanding of how students differ in their approaches to learning.

5.  Demonstrates an understanding of the purposes and roles of PK-12 education.

What it Means to be a Teacher

Here I look deep into "what it means to be a teacher," and after a long introspection, come to the conclusion that I have what it takes to enter the field of secondary education.

The Importance of Teaching Reading and Writing in Classrooms

Here I examine the importance of teaching reading and writing in a secondary classroom.  More often than not, a student will struggle in a classroom because he or she has not yet developed the reading skills that a teacher has expected.

Examination of Comprehensive School Reforms

Here I examine a "hot topic" in education today...Comprehensive School Reforms.

Analysis of the Theory of Multiple Intelligences

In this analysis, I study the importance of Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences.  I examine a few different school websites and try to discern whether or not this theory is effectively being put into use.

Observation of a classroom with Special Needs Students

Another hot topic in the field of the foundations of Education today is the issue of "inclusion."  I spent some time observing a classroom with special needs students.  View one of my observations here.

Analysis and Impact of Virginia's Blaine Amendment on Education

Here is an analysis fo Virginia's Blaine AMendment and its effects on Education.