Interview Project

Running Head: INTERVIEW PROJECT

Interview Project

Matt Dover

EDUC 500

May 31, 2014

Professor Gary Smith

Liberty University

Introduction

In the world of education it is pretty easy to see that every child is different. These differences can be seen on the surface of the child, as well as, in the behavior, learning abilities, social relationships, and emotions. It is my personal opinion that these differences are what make children great. Like a fingerprint each are unique and all their own. However, as educators these differences can play a huge role in enabling us to become better at equipping and educating these students. A great educator is one who can identify a child’s learning style, personality, and social traits. Once these have been identified a great educator can develop teaching to meet that student exactly where they are.

This interview project seeks to show the various learning stages of children, and how that affects their responses to certain questions. This interview project is based off the dialogue between four children of varying ages. Each age and grade of the child will be given to better show how children progress in each milestone.

Interviews

The first student that I interviewed was Elli, who is four years old and is in pre-K. The first question that I asked Elli was, “What makes a good friend?” Elli responded, “Richard is my friend!” The second question that I asked Elli was, “What helps you learn new things, and remember what you learn?” Elli responded, “Mommy, I learn how to help Mommy with chores.” The third question that I asked Elli was, “What should you do when you get angry at someone?” Elli responded, “We do not hit. When I am angry, I do not hit.” The fourth question I asked Elli was, “Why is it important to follow the rules?” Elli responded, “You have to follow the rules or you will go to time out and you have to sit until Mommy says get up.” The fifth question that I asked Elli was, “What makes...