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In chapter 2 the Postmethod pedagogy made me think the most. Thinking about what I learn in my education classes today made me realize how much times have changed in the "education world". For the longest time we have been searching for the "best" and "correct" method, but why? Isn't it common sense that not everyone learns the same way? I wouldn't go as far as saying that we should never use a method at all, but rather as a template and adjust it as you teach. There are so many limitations when using only one method. As stated in chapter 2, "no idealized method can visualize all the variables in advance." I agree with this completely. Every country, state, school, classroom, and individual needs to be taken into account. The method should be used as a starting point and adjusted according to the context. Along with this, it made me think about what kind of teacher I wanted to be. In Chapter 1 I came across a quote that described my philosophy of teaching perfectly. The quote said "Learning to teach does not end with obtaining a diploma or a degree in teacher education, but is an ongoing process throughout one's teaching career. " As we read about the methods and descriptions of teachers I'm seeing how quickly the "best" idea changes into something new. I believe this is the reality of teaching and by keeping up with the times and learning from experiences my teaching will improve and benefit the students more and more. I feel that when one gives up on learning new styles and methods, they have given up on the success of their students.