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Inter American Division Education webpage Preschool-LifelongThe Inter American Division's (IAD) education webpage includes a listing of IAD schools and colleges, code of ethics, manuals and other resources. Also available in French and Spanish. -
A Teacher's Bill of Rights Tertiary-LifelongThis article provides fundamental information about the supervision and evaluation process for teachers and explains what teachers should expect from the process. It lists eleven principles under the following headings: The Planning Conference, Classroom Observation,... -
Academic Dishonesty, Religious Fundamentalism, among Students at a Religious University Tertiary"Academic dishonesty has been a major concern for educators among tertiary students, while there has also been a growing controversy in terms of religion in the world. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between academic dishonesty... -
Adventist Business Curricula - Taking Mission to Market Tertiary-LifelongHow can Adventist colleges and universities revise their business curricula in the New Millennium? Adventist business programs should identify core values, enrich the curriculum, and meet market needs. -
An Ethical-Theological Approach to Literature - Some Suggestions for Adventist Teachers Tertiary-LifelongBarayuga shows how "fiction provides an excellent window for looking at life both objectively as well as subjectively, for identifying people's value and making value judgments, for contemplating the immediate and/or eternal consequences of man's doings... -
Authority, Bible, and Christian Ethics Tertiary-LifelongKis "attempts to show what happens when Scripture is invested with trustworthiness as an infallible authority in the ream of moral life and ethical reflection and discourse." He asks: How much can we trust the Bible to be our Guide? Why should we... -
Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls - A Cross-Case Study of the Global Financial Crisis and the Seventh-day Adventist Church Tertiary-Lifelong"Some researchers argue that the financial crisis in Europe and the United States (US) was triggered by ethical pitfalls, and that this crisis is now globally affecting developing countries." This paper has... -
Biblical Authority & Biblical Foundations for Ethics Tertiary-LifelongThe Bible has lost its place as the basis for ethical authority in many Christian circles. "Acknowledging this 'demise of authority,' J. I. Packer suggests the need for a 'strategy for restoring the authority of Christian faith and morals.'" Du Preez... -
Board Members' Guidebook East-Central Africa Division 2008 Kindergarten-LifelongThis East-Central Africa Division handbook contains excerpts of presentations made during the Board members' seminar organized and conducted by the ECD Leadership and Education Department. This guide was compiled to assist in fostering an understanding of... -
Boardsmanship 101 Kindergarten-Grade 12A comprehensive discussion on the role of a board member and trustee in the successful governance and operation of educational Seventh-day Adventist institutions. Some topics include: Why is Boardsmanship Important?; Roles and Responsibilities; Board Members... -
Bulls, Bears & Golden Calves - Applying Christian Ethics in Economics Grade 11-LifelongWriting from a Christian ethical perspective, Stapleford insightfully shows how ethics are inextricably intertwined with economic life and analysis. -
Business - High School Supplement SSD Grade 7-Grade 12Adventist teachers' handbooks for integrating faith and values: these are practical guides with a variety of approaches to teaching key values, illustrations and examples. -
Business and Ethics Tertiary-Lifelong"This short article discusses the attempts taken to improve ethical behavior and presents several views about the outlook for business ethics in the 21st century." -
Business Ethics and Human Resources Tertiary-LifelongThis paper "attempts to define business ethics and show its importance in the business setting, specifically in regards to human capital." -
Business Ethics in Biblical Perspective: A Comprehensive Introduction Grade 12-LifelongThis peer-reviewed text explores the biblical resources for moral guidance and ethical consideration. Twelve key themes in the narrative of Scripture are explored: cosmic conflict, creation, holiness, covenant relationships, shalom, sabbath, justice, righteousness,... -
Can We Trust Our Kids? Kindergarten-Grade 12Can students be trusted? Streifling shares results of the Honesty Test, a test he developed as a 7th and 8th grade teacher, designed to help determine if students would cheat if given the opportunity. Streifling encourages teachers to be wise when dealing... -
ChatGPT in the Classroom - Uses, Limitations, and Student and Teacher Experiences Kindergarten-Grade 12"Despite initial fears, generative AI is showing promise in helping educators with their jobs and offering new opportunities to students. At the same time, the current limitations of the technology may cause a variety of unexpected consequences." -
Christian Perspectives on Professional Ethics - Syllabus TertiaryThis graduate course syllabus can be used as a sample curriculum plan showing faith integration in the classroom. -
Christians and Bioethics - Can the Bible Help? Tertiary"God intends that Christians assist each other in following Jesus by participating in the life of their faith community (Matthew 18:20). God gives gifts to the members of His body so that they may help one another with growth in the faith (Ephesians 4:11-16).... -
Dealing with Moral Issues Grade 11-LifelongWhat is a moral issue? A moral issue can be defined as a problem, dilemma or condition resulting from a direct threat to the three fundamental constituents of the moral structure of life which are: human nature, human moral values, and human rights. This means... -
Establishing Personal Ethics - Modelling Principles of Spiritual Leadership for a Christian Educator Kindergarten-Tertiary"The most important aspect of being a spiritual leader is not perfection in everything one does, but consistency in one’s life and attitude, in public and in private. As an educator, it is especially important to lead by example." -
Ethical Choices in the Genetic Age, Part 1: Reproductive Cloning Grade 9-LifelongIn Part 1 of this article, Zuccarelli discusses recent developments and ethical issues raised on the topic of reproductive cloning. He sets out to provide basic information about reproductive cloning, stem cells, and gene therapy, and suggests that three factors... -
Ethical Choices in the Genetic Age, Part 2: Embryonic Science Tertiary-LifelongZuccarelli explores new advances in genetic medicine and states, "In less than three years, reproductive cloning has been eclipsed by stem cell biology with its conceptual power and medical potency". This article presents a comprehensive overview... -
Ethical Issues for College / University Boards of Trustees Tertiary-LifelongThe authors of this article conducted in-depth interviews with eight board chairpersons or secretaries of Adventist colleges and universities in the North American and Southern Asia-Pacific divisions in order to identify issues relating to ethics at the board... -
Ethics and Academic Plagiarism Grade 5-Lifelong"To commit plagiarism is to copy in substance an idea or a work of another author, presenting them as if they were one's own (Real Academia Española, 2012; Farlex Inc., 2012). The action derives from an ancient Roman custom that consisted of buying... -
Ethics and Science in Christian Education Tertiary-LifelongDavid Larson addresses three essential approaches to understanding the connection between ethics and science: ethics and science, ethics of science, and ethics in science. He suggests that while science seeks to explain what is, ethics seeks to explain what... -
Ethics for scientists - A call for stewardship Tertiary-Lifelong"While practicing any profession, our best ethical mirror is that provided by Christ. Science is imperfect and fallible because scientists are imperfect and fallible. While we may seek knowledge, we are not all-knowing and we may tarry in areas that some... -
Ethics in Postmodernism Tertiary-Lifelong"Modernism held sway over Western thought over centuries. It stripped morality of its transcendent religious frame of reference. Away with God, was its cry. Even when it tried to shape a world without any reference to restraints, constraints, traditions,... -
Ethics in Qualitative Research - A Practical Guide Tertiary-LifelongRecommended for qualitative researchers interested in strategies for good ethical practices, “this paper goes from the definition of ethics to the importance of ethical practices and to the implementation of practical considerations before, during, and... -
Experimenting on Humans - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-Lifelong"Christians have an obligation to adhere to a higher standard of conduct as they seek to expand the horizons of science while living out their faith. This obligation raises some significant issues: reasons for such research, moral cautions, choosing the... -
Facilitating Payments - Bribes or Tips? Suggestions for International Organizations Regarding Facilitating Payment Customs Tertiary-Lifelong"In many parts of the world, facilitating payments are expected before legitimate official services will be supplied in a timely manner. To avoid an obstacle course of dubious regulations and prevent troublesome delays, most individuals and organizations... -
Fostering the Development of Empathy in the Classroom - A Strategic Response to the Problem of Bullying Preschool-Grade 6"Describes the development of empathy within children and provides classroom-based interventions that will foster its development. The development of empathy is a complex process involving both cognitive and affective functioning and awareness. Various... -
From Farm to Fork - How Should Adventists View the Dark World of Factory Farms? Tertiary-Lifelong"If our Creator views animal welfare as a societal issue of ethics, shouldn’t humans, as His stewards, be exploring alternative industry standards that offer a better quality of life to farm animals?" -
Genetically Programmed Cell Death - Concepts of Death and Immortality in the Age of the Genome Tertiary-LifelongScientific discoveries have done much to complicate matters of life and death. Perhaps the most significant such revelation in recent decades has been that every cell in our bodies has a built-in, and genetically controlled suicide capability. This is also... -
Golden Rules - The Ten Ethical Values Parents Need to Teach Their Children Kindergarten-LifelongWhat and how we teach our children is fundamental, but how we model what we teach is critical. Children watch, listen, and learn from our example. Wayne Dosick provides parents with the ten golden rules that teach their children respect, honesty, fairness,... -
Growing Professionally in Christ Kindergarten-Tertiary“Educators often view professional development as attaining outstanding credentials, advanced academic degrees, and excellent research. However, while academic achievement and training are essential, so is attention to our spiritual growth. Intentionally... -
Helping the Church Think Tertiary-LifelongThe author explores opportunities and challenges facing Adventist higher education as it seeks to keep up with the demands of a changing world. He outlines examples of issues that cut across the disciplines and professions that demand the intersection of theory... -
Honorable in Business - Business Ethics from a Christian Perspective Grade 11-Lifelong"How can one be a Christian in the world of business, not just on the weekend? How can one be honorable in business? Through the integration of the Christian worldview and business ethics, this book provides Christians with a mental framework with which... -
How Should Christians Treat Animals in Research? 0-2 years-LifelongUsing animals in medical research is a highly contested issue. In this article, Mark F. Carr offers several proposals that he hopes will encourage Adventists to move away from research that causes pain and suffering for animals. -
IAD School Board Manual for Secondary Schools Grade 9-Grade 12This School Board Manual for Secondary Schools covers school constituencies, school operating boards, general school policies and practices, personnel, finance, and curriculum. FAQ, school board members' qualifications, code of ethics, and philosophy of education... -
iFollow - A Complete, Contemporary Christian Discipleship Curriculum Resource Grade 9-Lifelong New!!"The iFollow curriculum resource library is designed for pastors and local leaders of small groups, seminars and classes. It is adaptable and flexible; tools in your hands. For each of 119 topics it provides a leader’s guide with presentation notes,... -
Implication of Ethical and Moral Values in Dealing with Addictions in Young People TertiaryThe use of addictive substances constitutes a serious and complex social phenomenon since it is a health problem directly related to the family and education. In 1999, concern about alcohol and drug use in Argentina led the Secretariat of Programming for the... -
In our own image? Ethics and human cloning Tertiary-LifelongZuccarelli and Winslow talk about animal clones and the cloning process, as well as a Christian view on cloning humans. -
Infectious Greed - The Creeping Compromise Tertiary"The recent rash of financial scandals fueled by what Alan Greenspan calls 'infectious greed' has made the term business ethics seem like an oxymoron. But scandals are not new to business and greed dates back to the beginning of time. What is new is the... -
INFO Editorial: April 2003 Kindergarten-Lifelong"This issue of the Forum discusses various ethical issues which are relevant in today’s world...The articles in this series contain questions for which there are no easy answers. These are questions worth asking, but the answers are far beyond the... -
INFO Editorial: Ethical Issues in Higher Education Tertiary"This issue of International Forum deals with some of the issues that touch the lives of international educators and the students they teach. How can we deal ethically with corrupt systems? What is our role in ethics education as educators in varying... -
INFO Editorial: Globalization, Ethics, and Higher Education Tertiary-Lifelong"The world is becoming increasingly complex and interdependent. What happens in Costa Rica affects people in Kenya, and what happens in the Philippines affects people who live in China (and vice versa) in ways that it never did in years past. The concept... -
INFO Editorial: Values and Ethics Grade 1-LifelongThe articles in this issue discuss both values and value creation in a variety of disciplines. The authors examine values in a service-learning program within a Master’s in Public Health degree, education, and information technology. Values questions... -
Integrating Faith and Learning in the Physical Sciences Tertiary-LifelongThis article from the JAE special science issue posits that the integration of faith and learning should foster a religious faith and provide a setting in which moral dilemmas resulting from scientific progress can be examined. Early scientists pursued science... -
JAE Editorial: Adventist Educational Essentials Kindergarten-LifelongIn this special issue on Character Education, George R. Knight's editorial addresses the question of why the Adventist church spends millions of dollars each year to support over 5000 Adventist schools worldwide, when free public education is available. Articles... -
JAE Editorial: Teacher Relationships - Key to Satisfaction and Success Kindergarten-LifelongCultivating healthy relationships is the key to a successful teaching career. Humberto Rasi shares eight major areas that can help teachers evaluate their relationships with God, self, students, peers, supervisors, parents and guardians, church, and community.... -
JAE Editorial: Educated -- To What End? Tertiary-LifelongOmission of values education from the university curriculum has led to the fracturing of knowledge and unpreparedness to address the issues technology has presented. A worldview of a personal God and Creation-Redeemer is needed to challenge us to better living,... -
JAE Editorial: What About Science? Kindergarten-LifelongThis editorial is part of a special issue on Adventist thinking about science and its teaching in denominational schools. James Hayward states that the pursuit of scientific knowledge through research can be carried out under the presupposition that God exists... -
Kids - How To Shape Their Lives Kindergarten-Grade 12Formerly published as Children in the Shadows, this book addresses how to instill a sense of wonder responsibility, and self-worth in children. Drawing from her 27 years of teaching, Ruth Jaegar Buntain shares insights on how parents and teachers can... -
Leadership - Acting Responsibly and Ethically - Lessons from the Life of Saul Kindergarten-Lifelong"The life of Saul is preserved in Scripture, not for us to decide his eternal destiny but for us to learn how to face life’s challenges. Saul’s life as a leader illustrates some of the most common ethical mistakes of leadership." -
Learning Faith Through Experience Kindergarten-LifelongIncreased student motivation, better practical skills, and fewer discipline problems are the results of a well developed service learning program. Steve Daily examines the conflict between theory and practice in the area of service, noting that Adventist academy... -
Legal Responsibilites of Board Members Kindergarten-LifelongCharles McKinstry examines the legal responsibilities of school boards and its individual members. He also discusses areas of particular concern for Adventist school boards. Topics include: Conflict of Interest; Protection of Students; Protection of Employees;... -
Mission Stories and the Adventist Future Kindergarten-TertiaryAdventist teachers find meaning and motivation in the collective story of Adventism. Adventists' relevance can be recaptured by affirming the narrative nature of the church's texts and traditions, especially for Adventist youth. A story that could inspire... -
Moral and Ethical Issues in 'The Scarlet Letter' Grade 11-TertiaryThe author examines "the ethical and moral issues involving the major characters in The Scarlet Letter and to consider the effect of their actions on themselves and on their relationship to others." This paper was presented at the 24th Institute... -
NAD Social Studies Curriculum Guide K-8 Kindergarten-Grade 8This 2005 40-page NAD curriculum guide includes the Adventist philosophy guiding Social Studies education, general goals, strands and essential learnings in history, civics and government, geography, economics, individuals, society and culture. Appendix A... -
Only by Grace Kindergarten-LifelongTyner explores the foundations of spiritual growth by addressing the question of whether grace and character development can co-exist. He challenges teachers to think about the important role concepts such as grace and works play in character development.... -
Persuasion at any Price - Dark Roads of Advertising TertiaryToday, there is an intense concern and interest for the development of programs and business actions that are concerned with social issues, especially in the field of ethics and honesty. This paper analyzes the implicit characteristics in advertising, reflecting... -
Poverty and Wealth - A Christian Perspective Tertiary-LifelongOndari notes that "though poverty is a relative concept, it is a multidimensional problem, encompassing not only the material aspects of human life but also its social, physical, mental and spiritual dimensions." -
Preventing and Dealing With Academic Dishonesty Kindergarten-LifelongHow students cheat, policies to deter cheating, and possible deterrents are discussed in this article. -
Professional Ethics for Educational Administrators Kindergarten-LifelongAdventist educational administrators need to develop and adopt a code of ethics founded upon Christian principles and tailored to the specifics of their culture and local situation. A tentative list of ethical principles are integrity, professional competence,... -
Safety on the Net Kindergarten-Grade 12Helpful information about filters and acceptable use policies for Adventist schools using the Internet. Included are suggestions for well crafted acceptable use policies, importance of educating parents and students, and filtering software. The article notes... -
Science and Christian Belief Grade 11-LifelongScience & Christian Belief is a journal concerned with the interactions of science and religion, with particular reference to Christianity. The traffic of ideas between science and religion has been flowing for many centuries and shows no signs... -
Shaping Character - Moral Education in the Christian College Tertiary"Arguing that ethics is everybody's business, Arthur Holmes presents in this book a concise survey of moral education - its goals and methods - in the Christian college." Intended for all Christian college teachers, professors, and administrators... -
Socioscientific Issues - A Framework for Teaching Ethics Through Controversial Issues in Science Grade 5-Tertiary"As science progresses, new techniques and additional information present society with new situations that require ethical analysis and judgement. More than ever before educators of today face the challenge of preparing students with the knowledge... -
Teachers Look At Their School Boards Kindergarten-Grade 12Results of a survey conducted to examine the school board's impact on the life of the church employee. Discussion on attitudes and perceptions of teachers and principals toward board members is also presented. Topics include: Identified Problems; Poor Communication... -
Teaching Ethics Tertiary-LifelongThis article from the JAE special higher education issue addresses why teaching ethics is important and how it should be done. Religion and morality have been separated from the realities of life. Ethical dimensions should be integrated within the context... -
Teaching Ethics - From Reasoning to Responsibility Grade 9-LifelongEthical dilemmas occur daily in classrooms, corporate boardrooms, and legislatures. If "ethics is integral to the fabric of a civil society, should not Christian education be at the forefront in the search to apply biblical principles to everyday living?"... -
Teaching with Integrity - A Focus on Higher Education Tertiary"Teaching in higher education includes lived experiences related to ethics and values. Though not widely written about, the theme of ethical practices is increasingly considered as critical in academia. Teachers, who are key gatekeepers of knowledge,... -
Teaching With Words - Speeches by Gordon Bietz Kindergarten-LifelongDownload the manuscripts of memorable sermons and speeches given by Gordon Bietz, past president of Southern Adventist University. -
Technology and General Education Tertiary-LifelongStudents must gain knowledge about the design and function of technological systems in order to understand technology and control it for everyone's benefit. Education needs to become more technologically relevant. As general education attempts to train students... -
That God May Know My Integrity Tertiary-Lifelong“This article, through a cursory review of the literature, considers historical developments in the ongoing debate between the quantitative and qualitative worlds of research as they pertain to ethics and integrity in research.” -
The Common Good Grade 6-Lifelong"Undoubtedly, the mistreatment of human dignity predominates in our century. Although today more than ever man has become aware of the value of his own dignity, however, it is devoid of God. If man sought not only his own, but more ardently the good of... -
The Ethical-Religious Framework for Shalom Tertiary-LifelongThis article, written by a Seventh-day Adventist business scholar, explores the Biblical concept of Shalom and its implications for the Ten Commandments and business. -
The Evaluation of Civic and Ethics Education in Mexico - A Journey Through 3rd Year of Primary and 3rd Year of Secondary School Grade 3-Grade 9Evaluate to transform. This is the ethical purpose of all macro-level evaluation. Knowing the strengths and weaknesses of the Mexican Educational System is a task that has begun to be important in order to contribute to democratic life in Mexico and to comply... -
The Integration of Faith in the Computer Classroom - Some Ethical Concerns Tertiary-LifelongFandrich 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. -
The Integration of Values and Business (IVB) in SDA Organizations in the Metro Manila Area - An Observation Lifelong"Often business is taken for granted, even by SDA administrators. The integration of values and business is not dealt with in a practical and systematic manner. The inclusion of SDA values, while commendable, is not enough. What is called for is the actual... -
The Integration of Values and Learning - An Application to Accounting TertiaryFoster proposes a construct that will help accounting teachers in SDA schools of higher education begin integrating values and learning. New ideas are also proposed to those who have already begun. -
The Power Plant Complex Kindergarten-LifelongTo evaluate sport objectively and assess its place in Adventist education, a number of factors must be considered. These include Ellen White's counsels; sport and society; the development of the discipline of physical education; the training of physical education... -
The Teaching of Business Ethics and Politics and Social Values in the Adventist College Business Curriculum - A Conceptual Model Tertiary-LifelongHiggs explores the current business environment, discusses literature on the need for the teaching of ethics, reviews teaching of business ethics in secular universities, and gives a conceptual model for business ethics in Christian institutions. -
They That Be Teachers Kindergarten-Grade 12G. L. Plubell encourages teachers to hold on to the special privilege it is to partner with God in recognizing human potential and developing moral character in their students. -
Toward an Ethics of Medical Care that Includes Care for the Spiritual Tertiary-LifelongElder notes that spiritual care is important to patient care. He argues that "the absence of intentional spiritual care is patient negligence!" This paper was presented at the 19th Institute of Christian Teaching. -
Using Animals in Medical Research Tertiary-Lifelong"Before a new medical product or technology gets to the patient, it undergoes a rigorous research and testing process, including testing on animals. The use of animals in such clinical research is legally permissible. But is it ethically appropriate?" -
Using the Church's Ethics Statements in Your Classroom Grade 9-LifelongThis article shares a variety of ways for Adventist students and teachers to use the position statements generated by the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in Adventist... -
What's So Amazing About Grace? Kindergarten-LifelongIn 1987, an IRA bomb buried Gordon Wilson and his twenty-year-old daughter beneath five feet of rubble. Gordon alone survived. And forgave. He said of the bombers, "I have lost my daughter, but I bear no grudge . . . I shall pray, tonight and every night,...