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When I first started thinking about behaviourism in regards to classroom management I assumed that all aspects of behaviouristic strategies would eventually hinder students growth. I was concerned that an overuse of these strategies would negatively impact students’ learning and engagement: In what ways can behaviourist perspectives hinder growth and engagement within the classroom atmosphere?…

My inquiry question was: What is the philosophical relationship between the teacher and the student? After doing some research on this question I have concluded that the philosophical relationship between the teacher and the students begins with developing a mutual trust. This is the basis for a relationship between the teacher and the student. Furthermore,…

While first exploring my inquiry regarding how to encourage student’s individual beliefs while in turn fostering classroom harmony, I made assumptions based on the idea that the two ideas could coexist with ease. Throughout my research into critical pedagogy and discussion of controversial topics within classroom settings, I came to realize that to balance the…