Instructors in Christian settings need training in the art and science of teaching, too.The best teachers in any discipline use diverse instructional models to foster all aspects of learning. Instructional Strategies for Christian Teachers combines theological and biblical insight with tested teaching methods, providing a targeted guide for those preparing to teach within Christian environments such as churches, ministries, Bible colleges, Christian universities, and seminaries.
Editors Jim Estep and Jay Sedwick and other expert educators systematically address teacher training and focus on planning strategically for various learning outcomes. Contributors address uniquely Christian topics alongside vital instructional approaches, such as
- Jesus as a model teacher
- A theology of teacher preparation
- Instructional design and curriculum planning
- Cognitive growth and affective learning
- Learning for skill development and problem-solving
- Case studies, such as teaching about the Trinity or the relationship of Acts 15 to critical thinking skills.
Complete with reflection questions, video supplements, graphics, diagrams, and distinctly Christian examples,
Instructional Strategies for Christian Teachers offers a strong and promising foundation for those already teaching or planning teach Bible, Christian theology, and other subject areas specific to Christian faith.
