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Educating for Eternity - A Seventh-day Adventist Philosophy of Education Preschool-Lifelong"In this landmark work, Knight returns to one of his life-long favorite subjects—Adventist educational philosophy. Writing both for the educated layperson and the professional educator, he begins by laying the groundwork of basic philosophic understandings... -
Integration of Faith and Learning - A Working Definition Kindergarten-LifelongRasi 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. -
The Special Character of Adventist Education Video Kindergarten-Grade 12Watch this video to learn what makes Kempsey Adventist School in Australia a Christ-centered educational ministry. Help parents and teachers understand the special character of Seventh-day Adventist education through this demonstration of best practices in... -
An Adventist View of Science Tertiary-Lifelong"Modern science has had a great influence on our culture. Its influence has become so pervasive that the scientific viewpoint is often taken for granted as the basis of knowledge. It is often overlooked that science is based on certain presuppositions.... -
Breathing, Bag Boys and Bottom-Line Essentials Preschool-TertiaryThis TEACH Journal article seeks to help define the unique essence of Adventist Education. "Some say that the special character of Adventist education is 'the lifestyle and practices of the Seventh-day Adventist Church as expressed in your school'.... -
JAE Editorial: A Matter of Mission Kindergarten-LifelongHumberto Rasi's editorial explains the importance of schools having mission statements. In his discussion he refers to the Mission Statement of the Seventh-day Adventist Church... -
JAE Editorial: Another Word on Assessment Kindergarten-LifelongGarland Dulan explores the extent to which Adventist elementary, secondary, and tertiary institutions periodically assess their mission statements, and the role of mission in shaping the attitudes, competencies, and values desired of students. Also in this... -
JAE Editorial: Education for a Sure Future - Eternity Tertiary-LifelongCiting a report on USA higher education, Simmons raises questions about the denomination's higher education system, and suggests reassessment and dramatic change are needed in order to: 1. provide greater access to Adventist higher education 2. be... -
Leading From a Sanctified Heart Grade 1-LifelongMcKenzie focuses on the importance of the spiritual life for the school principal. He states that without leading from a sanctified heart, a principal’s work will not create desirable results. McKenzie supports his theories utilizing examples from the... -
Mission and Identity of Seventh-day Adventist Schools Kindergarten-LifelongEach leader and worker within the Seventh-day Adventist Church's school system must be aware and understand the mission of the church, keeping it at the center of all their plans and activities. Kibuuka emphasizes that while time and challenging circumstances... -
Nature-Based Learning in Christian Schools - Essential Element or Optional Extra? Kindergarten-Grade 12Outside of school, many children are facing decreasing opportunities to interact with nature. Should teachers move toward nature-based learning in response? “This article explores the relationship between nature-based learning and the aims of Christian... -
Opening Our Doors Kindergarten-Grade 12"The call of this paper is to consider a vision for our schools which includes serving nonAdventist students in a very intentional way, offering God’s love embedded in an irresistibly creative curriculum." Paper submitted for consideration... -
Physical Activity - A Critical Component of a Complete Education Kindergarten-TertiaryThe role of physical activity has always had a vital place in the Seventh-day Adventist philosophy of education. Adventist schools should continue to propagate the values of health promotion and healthful practices, which not only increase longevity but also... -
Revisioning Adventist Education Kindergarten-TertiaryEducation superintendent of Mid-America Union Conference asks the question, if 70% of SDA children are not in SDA schools, how can we begin to revision Adventist Education to have a broader focus? -
Schools of the Bible - Contours of the Divine Plan for Education Kindergarten-TertiaryTaylor examines each of the ten schools described directly in the Bible, looking at the educational purpose, setting, teacher and student characteristics, curriculum, methods, learning activities, and outcomes in each. Finally, Taylor identifies the “shared... -
Should Adventist Colleges and Universities Differ from One Another? Tertiary-LifelongThe college and university demographic continues to change as students from Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Central America, Eastern Europe, and Mexico immigrate to the United States. Atlantic Union College President Lashley posits that each of the church's institutions... -
Social Studies: High School Supplement SSD Grade 9-Grade 12A handbook to assist teachers in making their classes achieve the ideals of Adventist education in the high school social studies class. It provides ideas, examples and suggestions on how to go about making lesson plans or course outlines Adventist. The handbook... -
SUC Bible Methods Course Outline Grade 7-Grade 12A course outline designed for teacher independent study towards two non-academic credits or continuing education units in the North American Division. The course encourages Bible teachers to build teaching and learning resources for their level of religious... -
The Bible and Media Literacy Tertiary-LifelongSteyn looks at teaching media literacy and how that relates to the Seventh-day Adventist philosophy of education. The goal is not to make a list of do's and don'ts in regards to what people should watch. -
The Challenge of Spirituality Assessment Kindergarten-Tertiary"The spiritual life of the Adventist school is important to the church. It is of vital concern to the board, administrator, faculty and staff. Spirituality is rooted in the Adventist philosophy of education as an essential element of what schools should... -
The Higher View of Education Kindergarten-Grade 12"This paper aims to explore the relevancy of Ellen White’s book, Education, in a postmodern setting. Further, it intends to address whether the guiding influence of the Prophetic Gift is still relevant to Adventist education. This... -
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Adventist Education Kindergarten-TertiaryThis 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation considers the work of the Holy Spirit in the school system ordained (set apart for a holy purpose) by God. The presentation focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Adventist educators and how they... -
The Samaritan Educator Kindergarten-LifelongEpperson shares a parable of teaching drawn from the story of the Good Samaritan. The injured traveler is seen as a young person who has lost his way spiritually. The two who pass him by are seen as educators who have admirable goals but who don't seize the... -
The Seventh-day Adventist Physical Education Pyramid Kindergarten-Grade 12The “shift of focus” from physical education classes that enroll every student to programs that focus on after-school team sports for elite student athletes was a topic of concern and discussion for attendees at three recent national Seventh-day... -
Why Adventist Education - Reflecting God's Grace through Discipline Preschool-TertiaryWhat is unique and distinctive about discipline in an Adventist school? This one-page article is the 4th in an 11 article series, that can be shared in any order (after the introduction) with parents of students attending Adventist schools. It is undated,...