Statement of Educational Philosophy and Covering Letter
Posted: Sun Nov 16, 2014 2:28 am
Hi all
I am applying to a school that would like both a covering letter and a statement of educational philosophy, as separate entries onto an online application website. As I have only ever written a covering letter which includes my educational philosophy, I was hopeful for some advice as to the distinction between the two. Here's what I assume:
Covering letter: Why I am specifically interested in the school, what I can offer the school, my skills and experience as they would be relevant to the school, as well as a snapshot of me personally.
Statement: Specifically how I approach teaching and learning. My buy-in to the IB philosophy and Inquiry (Full IB school obviously) which aligns with the school's mission statement.
Is this how people understand it? What's the ideal length of each document?
Many thanks for your help.
I am applying to a school that would like both a covering letter and a statement of educational philosophy, as separate entries onto an online application website. As I have only ever written a covering letter which includes my educational philosophy, I was hopeful for some advice as to the distinction between the two. Here's what I assume:
Covering letter: Why I am specifically interested in the school, what I can offer the school, my skills and experience as they would be relevant to the school, as well as a snapshot of me personally.
Statement: Specifically how I approach teaching and learning. My buy-in to the IB philosophy and Inquiry (Full IB school obviously) which aligns with the school's mission statement.
Is this how people understand it? What's the ideal length of each document?
Many thanks for your help.