1. Lecture 1 Becoming a teacher -reflections.
Philosophy
Lecture 1
Becoming a teacher -reflections.

2. Session objectives
Discuss key concepts of philosophical import contained in the text of the first case study
Link the above to the process of becoming a teacher
Highlight the importance of decision-making in the process of becoming
Engage students in the process of ethical decision- making using given dilemmas
Engage students in accounting for the choices made.

3. Case study 1 and the process of becoming a teacher
Some key philosophical concepts contained therein:
Humanism – bonding with
Discipline
Attitude: character/ disposition
Goals/ expectations of a teacher/ teachers role
Ethical decision making and dilemma

4. Being and Becoming. - Becoming is the process of changing your being
Being and Becoming. - Becoming is the process of changing your being. - Becoming: Begin to be, grow to be, turn into, qualify or be accepted as, secure the status of. It is a fundamental concept especially in education where we treat with evolving bodies and minds. Becoming is how we change our being. Education is geared to develop our being and doing in the world through the knowledge, skill and attitude gained from the various disciplines. Being and becoming is the foundation of our existence and who we are. Rene Descartes - I think therefore I am. Danger of split in being in favour of cognitive self.

5. Being and Becoming (cont’d) To be something you have to go through a process of becoming , for teacher - to become a professional. Becoming skillful involves three stages - - Practicing - Increasing by repetition - Investigating - observing and reflecting on practice.

6. Being and Becoming (cont’d)
Assumptions & becoming more human -
• that people (all children) can improve (learn).
• different ideas may emerge in the journey of becoming
(diversity)
• volition and leadership is involved (chose the sort of person)
• open to influence.
Choice and ethical dilemma.
Exercises in ethical decision making – case studies/ dilemmas