Beyond the Three R's in Middle Childhood

Education is a term used today for the 3 R's (reading, writing, and arithmatic) is what we're seeing more of in our schools but with an approach that allows the student to be selective with what courses they do take. Prior education was "emphasised on their social well being". It's important for children to have experience in all levels of studies, a set cirriculum will not work for every child the same. "Cultural and Social experiences in elementary school can make a difference in the classroom." Diversity and multicultrual differences will change the make up of the classroom. How can a child learn, if it's not comfortable for them? How can we expect to teach when it's hard to communicate? Being able to speak and communicate with your students is vital for the success of your classroom. If you're class speaks mostly Spanish, then it's in your best interest to be familiar with how to connect with them.
Every child learns different, no two are the exact same. To be a great teacher, it's important to listen and indivudualize/modify lessons if necessary. If you show that you're willing to explain it different ways until it makes sense then they will be more confident in themselves, and you will learn what works for the next time. I heard once that "your textbook [as a teacher] is a guide/reference tool", meaning it's not in concrete that is the only way to explain a lesson. If you're able to refelect on what works and what doesn't it will serve the entire class.