My philosophy as an educator is to have my students work to their fullest potential by providing them a safe learning environment. I believe that every student has the capacity to succeed when given the opportunity. By utilizing the appropriate teaching strategies along with the instructional tools that will enable them to learn to their maximum potential. I believe that as an Special Education Teacher I also need to advocate for all students with disablities. Thus, allowing them to experience learning in a risk-free environment where they are not afraid to make mistakes. I believe the best way for this practice to take place is to have them participate in fun and engaging hands-on activities that activate prior knowledge. Another great source in helping them succeed is to incorporate cooperative learning strategies that allow them to enhance their learning modalities. Finally, by incorporating the use of technology to their academic curriculum students can also be challenged to grow intellectually, socially and emotionally to meet the future demands of the 21st century generation.