Separate but equal was an issue in Peru during the 1950s and 1960s, continuing in some parts of the world today. This article considers the personal transformation of a missionary family and how they dealt with the same issue based on class order, rather...

For purposes of this guide, the book Running on Empty is broken down into 10 reading days. You may choose to have your students read the entire Running on Empty book at one sitting and then do some suggested activities. Or you may cover the book in...

Looking for a Spanish Language Program that reflects a biblical perspective? Suitable to large and small schools and multi-grade classrooms alike. Download a sample including the program rationale, standards, unit outlines by grade level (Kinder, 1/2, 3/4,...

"What is integration of faith, values, and learning? How can it be achieved? This paper addresses these questions through a course development plan for pre-service and in-service preparation of teachers at all levels." This paper was presented at...

This paper examines "the ramifications of artificial intelligence (AI) from a Christian perspective. Two purposes exist. First, the program for contemporary AI is broad and far reaching having implications for such diverse disciplines as mathematics,...

Fly answers the question, "How does Christian caring differ from purely professional caring in terms of worldview, framework for practice, and teaching methodology?", and also "examines the role of the Christian nursing educators in preparing...

Koh looks at "the philosophical questions revolving around the mind-brain relationship which challenge the Christian to consider the human brain from the standpoint of the human person, and the person from the standpoint of God's purposes." This...

Reid notes that "the Bible teacher's challenge...is to enhance spiritual growth while introducing new data and insights that may displace previous views. If properly introduced, the new concepts should provide a better grasp of what it means to serve...

Job openings in development targeted to an audience of executives, managers and professionals visiting this site. Individuals that are organization members are encouraged to keep their resumes posted on this site as a reference for employee

Lamberton identifies and compares Christianity and humanistic psychology, which are "two conceptions of meaning that have been especially influential in contemporary culture."

This paper was presented at the 10th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Too many Christians don't know the truth about dinosaurs. With this book for juniors (and their parents), author Elaine Graham-Kennedy, Ph.D., is out to change that. Dr. Kennedy is a Seventh-day Adventist scientist who believes the Bible story of Creation...

Walthall attempts "to share some of my discoveries in integrating faith into learning in the college classroom."

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Walthall shares some of his "efforts to integrate faith and learning in course design and content."

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Velez-Sepulveda looks at the teaching of fictional literature in Adventist higher education. It is the prayer of Velez-Sepulveda that the paper will benefit educators "as it clarifies the dilemma of fiction and its selection and presentation in Adventist...

Castrejon identifies principles that support the integration of faith and learning in the writings of Ellen White.

This paper was presented at the 6th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Hyde "argues that choice is not deterministic or random, but that we humans have a God-given power that allows us to be the originators of choices that shape our lives. Since these are our own choices, we are responsible; we are punished or rewarded for...

Stearman examines the rational for including music, especially as a field of major emphasis, in the curriculum of Seventh-day Adventist colleges and universities. "This paper is a call to ... reevaluate our position on this important curricular area in...

This NAD recommended general high school music textbook includes dance and other genres of music that are an integral part of music history and culture. It is recommended that these topics be addressed within the context of the principles of Seventh-day Adventist...

Ohio Department of Education early childhood education website with links to funding and grants, early learning and school readiness programs, research and documents, rules for early learning and school readiness programs, and much more.

"Integrating faith and learning requires perception. Perception to know what to integrate and how to integrate faith with learning. The "how" requires knowledge and skill in the integrating process. At the very beginning of the process, we must...

Knight illustrates why "a sound educational philosophy is the most useful and practical item in a teacher's repertoire."

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Hamerslough addresses several questions regarding physical education and sport. "Is there a place for physical education and sport in Seventh-day Adventist higher education? Is there a difference between Christian sport and sport as engaged in by public...

"This paper summarizes some stage theories of religious development which are rooted in the Piagetian tradition. Some of the assumptions and presuppositions of R. Goldman, D. Elkind, J. Fowler, F. Oser are discussed. On the basis of exploratory studies...

The Ranger Rick Science Program covers a wide range of science concepts with standards-based content and spectacular real-world photography. Help your students achieve fluency in accessing, processing, and communicating informational text. The in-depth text...

This study looks at answering the following questions: "How to keep the balance? How to work in theological education on the 'whole person' that is being prepared for the 'whole ministry'?"

This paper was presented at the 10th Institute of...

Although written for parents, there's much to glean from this book about growing the hearts of children--even if they're not your own. Tedd Tripp gives a very practical, biblically-based approach to guiding children towards God in their daily lives.

The 1987 Annual Council of the General Conference Executive Committee voted this official position paper regarding theological freedom and accountability.

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Basaninyenzi notes two reasons why 'Waiting for Godot' should be taught in Christian higher education. "First, it will make students understand that in contemporary literature, the importance of a large body of texts is not based on their intrinsic value...

de Burgo "proposes that spiritual values should complete the educational and musical objectives in school choirs, and that these spiritual values can permeate and integrate the intellectual, emotional, social and moral values incorporated through a choral...

Tennessee Department of Education website with resources on education for parents. Information from children ages 0-18. Includes resources from development, reading, readiness, and info on all of Tennessee's educational programs.

Quotes from Ellen White on the integration of faith and learning, compiled by George Akers.

This paper was presented at the 1st Institute of Christian Teaching.

Fandrich discusses ways that a computer science professional can integrate faith into the classroom. Teachers can influence students to make the correct decisions based on their Christian world view through assignments.

This paper was presented at the...

Clouten explores "the role and particular features which should characterize the library of a four-year Seventh-day Adventist liberal arts college."

This paper was presented at the 7th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Akers explains how an Adventist educator must go beyond professional expectations of teachers, beyond the parent and pastoral roles, to become a masterful Christian teacher who serves as both prophet and priest.

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute...

Coffin looks at the puzzle of petrified trees and suggests that creationists "need to study this phenomenon carefully."

This paper was presented at the 8th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Racquel Bouvet de Korniejczuk presents research on the Integration of Faith and Learning. In addition to helpful display examples, the article includes: The Process of Deliberate Teacher Implementation; What Is Integration?; Theoretical Framework (educational...

Steyn discusses "the essences of a media-dominated information society, in order that the nature of thinking Christianly may be established and consequently fostered."

This paper was presented at the 7th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Knight concludes that "the survival of Adventist colleges will not be worth the effort if these schools fail to produce a unique product. Their product must fill a gap that other institutions do not and cannot fill. In order to achieve this goal, curriculum...

Geraty discusses work experience education. In his discussion of the topic he looks at the philosophical background, historical tracement, contemporary examples, non-cultural features for application, and obstacles and solutions for the 21st Century. He ends...

"The heart of the paper explores some of the key areas of controversy in the industry today from the perspective of Christian principles and concerns...suggestions are offered for how the conscientious disciple of Christ should respond and relate to these...

Lockton provides a Christian perspective on the nature of geography for geographers at the secondary and tertiary levels and also for non-specialists as well. "From this examination it will be shown that the secular paradigms offer a limited view of geographic...

Clouten discusses educational development and artistry in the education of architecture students. Mentoring by a master teacher is what is needed for students to succeed as well prepared architects and artists. This paper was presented at the 4th Institute...

Amorim discusses academic freedom in theology teaching and points to areas where theology professors and church administrators can better serve each other and the students who attend. This paper was presented at the 5th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Fowler asserts that philosophy can be taught in a Christian college and that it can be accomplished by understanding the nature and function of philosophy, and developing a Christian worldview to facilitate a point of departure both to study and critique philosophy...

Sczekan discusses the nursing profession and how nurse educators can better prepare nursing students to be prepared for the stresses of the profession. Sczekan concludes "Within the context of Christian education and values, nursing faculty in Adventist...

Each interactive multimedia CD/DVD includes 3D galleries, virtual panoramas, maps, timelines and original music. With little text to read or spoken word, it is useful across language and age groups. While young children will love navigating the many interactive...

"The meaning and characteristics of Thomas S. Kuhn's paradigm is reviewed and illustrated, highlighting the claim that science is a human endeavor involving metaphysical commitments and value judgments. The extension of the concepts of a paradigm to other...

Andrews seeks to address the subject of evaluative considerations for church music with its primary source originating from a Biblical perspective and to develop an awareness of the various factors, which impinge on our musical opinions and positions.

This...

Huges explores some of the areas of contact between human personality theory and the Christian understanding of the image of God. This paper was presented at the 2nd Institute of Christian Teaching.

Loveless seeks strategies appropriate for college writing assignments which require students to consider the effects of their comments on their audience, a perspective-taking experience, hypothesizing that such experiences assist students in moving to higher...

An active, integrated program to teach values is absolutely essential in the Seventh-day Adventist college environment. Inggs explains Kohlberg's moral development and values education, focusing on the latter which is discussed in terms of approaches for its...

Taylor asserts the need in Christian education for an integrational approach to the study of God and nature.

This paper was presented at the 2nd Institute of Christian Teaching.

Denison examines "the problem of the diminished influence of the Adventist educational system and the need for a coherent Adventist Christian worldview to serve as a foundation for the endangered school system. A process is suggested for bringing that...

"In an effort to move to the direction of practical application, Land examines the assumptions and interpretations found in several historical works from the perspective of both philosophy of history and Christian theology. By focusing on the understanding...

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Baldwin seeks an answer to the question, Is it possible to be open for renewal while at the same time defending the "pillars"? When learning suggests revisions in established formulations of the faith, should we integrate these results into our faith?...

de Berg discusses "two aspects related to the fundamental questions being addressed by science and theology. These are the concepts of order and chance." After defining the terms he then discusses how they have developed in the scientific context...

Coetzee gives an overview of the history of man's search for truth. He begins with the original Greek understandings of philosophy, science, and wisdom, opinion, theory, knowledge, and truth. He follows that by a record of role and conceptual shifts in philosophy,...

Torres defines redemptive teaching as the Christian teacher's reflective, principled and dynamic sharing of conceptual skills and knowledge with the goal of fostering vital restorative insights and outcomes. This is a paper aimed at new teachers.

This...

Many young people do not see how Christianity is relevant to their every day lives. Dysinger suggests that our teaching strategies need to be revised and updated to meet current needs. He looks at "three major interrelated teaching strategies" the...

Stembridge discusses teacher motivation and the impact it has on the college/university as a whole.

This paper was presented at the 4th Institute of Christian Teaching.

Longway presents the principles of true Sabbath keeping as given in the Bible and the Writings of Ellen G. White as well as outlines a unit of instruction for teaching student nurses how to keep Sabbath holy in the work setting.

This paper was presented...

Houliston desires "to help educators in all fields of study understand more clearly the function and the importance of life training through technology education."

This paper was presented at the 5th Institute of Christian Teaching.

"The purpose of this study is to see the curricular implications of the Great Controversy theme for value education and to re-enforce the theme in the formation of a biblical world-view through curricular activities for young people in secondary schools."

This...

Lindsay discusses how studying denominational history can nurture the faith of the student. The teacher needs to go beyond the dates and names. They need to encourage their students to study Adventist church history in a candid and honest way, seeing where...

Newport discusses reason and revelation and it's place in Adventist education. He suggests the following statement on the relationship between reason and revelation: "Seventh-day Adventists acknowledge the fact that God has chosen to reveal himself to...

Adolescent sexual activity and alcohol consumption are playing a big role in the youth of today. What are the consequences and how can parents and the faith community help in preventing these behaviors?

This article follows the history of the Dutch-Paris Escape Line used during World War II to help Jews, Resisters, and downed Allied Aviators fleeing from from Nazi-occupied territories. The article unfolds the autobiography of the founder of this escape network,...

This is an interview between Karen Hanson Kotoske and Jeff Boyd about the way God has lead Karen in helping others around the world.

Start a peace week in your own school! This is a call to set a week aside in schools devoted to programs in respect, cultural awareness, nonviolence, peacemaking and conflict resolution.

This article considers the roots of Christian social engagement, various pedagogical models used, and what Seventh-day Adventist models of social engagement look like.

Saxon publishes math curriculum for Kindergarten through 12th grade, and phonics and spelling Kindergartern through 3rd grade. Now sold through Houghton Mifflin, Saxon programs introduce concepts in understandable parts that build upon each other. Learning...

Adventist education historian Greenleaf explores social reform movements in the 19th century and how these stimulated Adventist engagement in reform, the development of development and relief services through ADRA, and involvement in gender equality and politics.

In this article with subtitle, "A Methodology for Using the Book of Esther In Secondary or College English or Bible Classes As an Introduction to the Stylistic and Thematic Concerns of Secular Literature", McClarty explores how the book of Esther...

Ted Wilson gives an overview of the purpose, mission and unique qualities of Adventist Education.

Catch a glimpse of what Adventist schools are doing in India.

Consider Inter-American Division plans focusing on improving Adventist education system across all levels in their region.

Childcare Information Exchange provides insights from Fred Rogers on helping children during times of war that includes suggestions on how to talk to children, observe their play patterns, answer questions about war, identify signs of stress, become involved...

Find more than 200 sample monographs from the Christ in the Classroom series, presented at annual conferences on Adventist university campuses around the world. These papers, focusing on the integration of faith and learning, were prepared by Christian scholars...

Rasi defines the term 'integration of faith and learning', and suggests a model of what teachers and educational administrators interested in the faith/learning integration approach might be like. Available in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.