JAE Editorial: Teachers Touching Eternity Through Their Students

This special issue is dedicated to the exploration of Honors programs in the Adventist system of higher education in the North American Division. The articles in this issue, by Adventist Honors program directors or former directors, all seek to enlarge our vision of college/university education, particularly as it relates to the hundreds of academically gifted students seeking the educational adventure best suited to their unique talents and skills. The articles explore the philosophical foundations of educating bright students, the history of Honors programs in Adventist higher education, the dynamics of successful Honors programs, the creative intellectual, spiritual, and social ferment characterizing Honors education across the North American learning landscape, and the service component of Honors programs.

Articles in this issue include:
Why Adventist Honors Education is Such a Good Idea
The History of Adventist Honors Education
Unique Characteristics of Honors Programs in the North American Division (NAD)
"Endowed With a Power Akin to That of the Creator": Goals of an Adventist Honors Education
The Nature of Honors Education
Challenges Facing Honors Education
Service Learning: An Honor(s)able Endeavor
Student Responses to Adventist Honors Education


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Availability:
Free
Publication Date:
2011
Author:
Douglas R Clark
Publisher:
The Journal of Adventist Education
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Language:
English
Resource Type:
Internet Resources; Published Articles & Papers
Resource Objective:
Administration & Leadership; Development & Training
Level:
Tertiary-Lifelong
Audience:
Administrator / Leader, Teacher / Faculty
Religious Origin:
Seventh-day Adventist