By Barbara Stamets
"Teaching teachers is a very important work. Through science, certainly I would bring an international perspective to my students, so that the next generation will flourish. "— Dr.-Yong Park, Professor, Curriculum and associated instructions
(September 10, 2010)-Yong Park, Associate Professor of science and education Geosciences in Curriculum and instruction, has a natural affinity to teach its students about collaboration and scholarship on a global scale. Originally from South Korea, came in the United States in 1994 to study at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. After receiving her m. and moved to the University of Iowa, where he received a doctorate in science of education in 2001. During his post-graduate studies and through his work at Florida International University in Miami, has developed a vision of international scholarship and collaboration that extends far beyond the Classroom. His Korean perspective has helped him understand that education and learning in the United States is much more important than just having knowledge of a subject. "Teaching is a very complicated … knowing that it is not enough in our society. How to use and apply what you learn in a classroom is more important than just ' know '. We must teach [students] how to apply what they know. Is my teaching focused on that aspect. "
-Yong came to Illinois State University (ISU) in 2002 and was attracted to his resources and opportunities for research and collaboration at all levels. "I Love The ISU. In terms of its long history of education and also his preparation program second to none teacher, ISU gives me full opportunity to work with teachers and students at all levels. ISU generates collegiality, fellowship and professionalism. ISU is a fabulous ".
His research is not limited to theoretical, though. He has successfully combined his research with real-life applications in the classroom. "Prefer not to sit at a table and do research. In fact you see theory develop and how it works in the classroom. That is the benefit that we, as members of the faculty we can exploit. It reflects my teaching method so I can provide instructions and best strategy for preliminary teachers. "
Teaching-Yong focuses on preparing teacher candidates to the teaching of science and mathematics in the classroom. In its class, its objective is scientific literacy and inquiry, what he calls "the goal of education". Teachers learn how to experience the world of science, so that they are able to bring their insight to their classrooms. Goal-Yong is to give educators the knowledge to apply their intuition — this, he says, is the core that will prepare the next generation of students to thrive in a globalized world. Also feels strongly that, "If you don't innovate yourself in what you're doing, you will get."
This can be seen when comparing the American education system to those abroad. Other nations have larger degree requirements for teachers, and Yong-would like to see the standards raised in the United States as well. "If you are traveling internationally, you'll see how the world is changing. It's amazing. You feel like you have to do something. Illinois State pre-service teachers should realize this and be careful. " Other countries require teachers to complete the 5 year degree courses, che-Yong feels better prepares them to teach effectively. Teachers Graduate with more knowledge, that you feel is a good predictor of student achievement goals. "The more knowledge a teacher has, the more likely it is that the teacher will teach you better. We need to demonstrate the responsibility of education constituencies. Who want to see their daughters and sons competitive at international level. "
Passion-Yong for the application of knowledge outside the classroom includes his involvement in Busan study abroad program at Busan National University of Education (BNUE) in Korea. Since 2006, he was Director of the program, which is available has been Illinois University and graduate students interested in gaining a well-rounded understanding of education in a multicultural environment. -Yong stressed, "BNUE study abroad program has been rated as the best program between all programs abroad study at ISU, evaluated by participants of the 2008 program. Provides a unique opportunity for future teachers get a significant teaching. "
Also hosts an annual professional development program funded by the Seoul Metropolitan Office of education, Korean secondary biology teachers and teachers of gifted education. The Group spends a month Illinois State University, science education, gaining experience in the field and be immersed in American culture. In turn, Yong-currency as these teachers are using what they learn from their experience here when they return to their classrooms in Korea. "Korean teachers are very appreciative of our system in terms of practicality and application of knowledge. Provides a window into their classrooms and they re-shift their teaching in terms of objectives and methods. Culture Shock is not always bad. Gives you an incentive to move the way you think. The beauty of professional development experience is to see how it works and how it works. "
Search-Yong extends into many other areas. Previously he served three years as a reviewer for DRK-12 Panel at NSF, while he evaluates current research-based curriculum for the Biological Sciences Curriculum study (BSCs), funded by the National Science Foundation and the Department of education of the United States. Also received a travel grant from the Illinois international faculty State University Office of international studies and programs and a College of Education University Research Fellowship Grant. He has published numerous articles and has worked with the Chicago teacher Pipeline for developing professional development schools for students of Illinois State. His extensive research combined with his teaching philosophy is the activation of ISU teacher candidates to be better prepared to give their students the practical knowledge needed to stay competitive in an increasingly global community. "We must prepare this nation for the next century. Science teaching; teaching teachers, is a very important work. In my case, through science, certainly I would bring an international perspective to my students, so that their ' knowing ' is effectively applied in their classrooms; so that the next generation will flourish. "
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