Thought—“Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence,” Abigail Adams is quoted as saying. We must seek out learning; we must be able to relate it to what we know and apply it to what we do. o Select a peer-reviewed article about a current topic in education (within the last five years) to analyze critically. Make sure to include a copy or link to the article you will be discussing. o Requirements: In no more than two pages, construct an informed summary and discussion about the article, articulating any educational implications both historical or contemporary, and any theoretical perspectives present. Make sure to address: ? How this relates to your own educational philosophy --My philosophy--As an educator and future administrator, I believe that students deserve a teacher that will give their very best every day. It is the job of the teacher to provide students with the support and understanding to motivate them to be their best. Teachers that truly care for their students give them much more than an education. Teachers can provide an example to students of how they expect the students to be treated. If administrators treat their staff with respect and understanding, teachers are more likely to take that attitude into the classroom. ? Implications for your own practice Resource: Pulliam, J. D. & Van Patten, J. J. (2013). The history and social foundations of American education (10th ed.). Upper Saddle, NJ: Pearson. ISBN: 0132626136