History of Religious Education

Question 0

Explain the importance of Deuteronomy 6:4-9 in the spiritual development of children/what does this mean for christian education?

Answer 0

The Lord commanded the people of Israel to teach their children about God all the time. This teaches us that God appointed parents as first and principal Christian educators of children.

Question 1

Three cultural influences on Paul’s spiritual formation. Know scripture reference for each influence.

Answer 1

Judaic: Acts 21:39
Roman: 22:3, 25-29
Greek: Philippians 3:4-7

Question 2

From the Yardsticks pamphlets: choose one of the 12 ages listed and be able o describe 3 characteristics each from the cognitive, social and physical descriptions

Answer 2

Social-
Love group activities and cooperative work
I Prefer playing with peers of the same gender
I Like to talk and explain ideas
I Good sense of humor
Physical-
Eyes able to focus well on objects near and far
I May have growth spurt
I Limited attention span; short
exercise breaks help concentration
Cognitive-
Excited but also nervous about exploring the broader world
I May give up when things are hard but soon want to try again
I Interested in rules, logic, and fairness

Question 3

according to Richards/Bredfeldt what is the hook?

Answer 3

Hook: seek to entice students from their private thoughts and to enter into learning. grabs attention. should be designed with the needs of the group in mind. gives reason for learning. should lead naturally lead into the Bible.

Question 4

What do we mean by Book?

Answer 4

The meaning of the passage is studied. biblical information and understanding. it can use different methods.

Question 5

what do we mean by Look?

Answer 5

once students understand what the Bible says, we LOOK at implications. relationship between truth and daily living. it helps explore practical ways hat the material relates to daily living.

Question 6

what do we mean by Took?

Answer 6

the Took is the response the teaching has outside of class in daily life. it helps students respond by leading them to see God’s will and helping them decide and plan to do it. it encourages to pinpoint personal areas of life. it helps set specific goals or the application of the lesson.

Question 7

what do you need to consider when planning a lesson for children and adults?

Answer 7

there can be more than one hook. the lesson must include the meat of God’s word. it must be meaningful and applicable to everyday life. it will not meet the needs of every student every time, but by including the elements of a lesson we attempt to reach them all.

Question 8

lesson plan part 1: objective

Answer 8

in one complete sentence what do we desire to accomplish through the teaching of the lesson

Question 9

lesson plan part 2: materials

Answer 9

this is a list of materials you will need to teach the lesson . includes all material that you will need: crafts, glue, scissors, posters board choruses, etc.

Question 10

lesson plan part 3: Set up

Answer 10

how will the room need to be set up for the lesson. classroom with table and chairs, chairs in rows, chairs set in a circle, etc.

Question 11

lesson plant part 4: warm up (hook)

Answer 11

what will you do to grasp the attention of the students that have come for this lesson. describe the activity

Question 12

lesson plan part 5: activity (book and look)

Answer 12

the actual bible lesson and how you will teach it. this should include questions or activities that will enhance the understanding of the lesson

Question 13

lesson plan part 6: assignment (took)

Answer 13

what will they take with them when they leave? what is it that you desire for them to apply to their lives? is there a specific task that you desire for them to accomplish during the next week?

Question 14

lesson plan part 7: follow up

Answer 14

how will you follow up this lesson in later lesson

Question 15

Early focus of Christian education - founder of CE, early beginnings of CE

Answer 15

Robert Raikes (1780-1811) Founder of the Sunday school movement
CE was a tool for social reform, literacy training, teaching proper behavior through positive and consistent reinforcement

Question 16

christian education - Booth

Answer 16

education was part of Booth’s total social reformation:

patience, honesty, how to get along with others, teaching of the trade, evangelism, social work, etiquette

Question 17

multiple intelligences

Answer 17

Howard Gardner: his multiple intelligences theory is more widely accepted in the in the realm of education and social policy.

Question 18

verbal/linguistic

Answer 18

“word smart the ability to learn and use language accomplish certain goals. includes and individual’s ability to use language either rhetorically or poetically o his/her advantage and as a way to remember information. writers, speakers, poets, and lawyers tend to have high linguistic intelligence

Question 19

logical/mathematical

Answer 19

the ability to analyze problems logically, carry mathematical operations, and investigate issues scientifically. he ability to see patterns, use logic and deductive reasoning to understand concepts. scientists and mathematicians have high logical/mathematical intelligence.

Question 20

musical intelligence

Answer 20

involves skills in performing, composing music, and an appreciation of musical patterns. the ability to recognize musical pitches, tones and rhythms. musicians, choral directors, and conductors must have high musical intelligence.

Question 21

bodily/kinesthetic

Answer 21

very high command of bodily motions and fine motor skills. the ability to manipulate tools along with the body to solve problems.

Question 22

Social learning theory-(session 3-4) who is the founder, where would you find Scriptural support for this theory. Support your answer.

Answer 22

Albert Bandura: Social Leaning Theory
Children learn new behaviors from observing other people.
According to Bandura, external reinforcement was the only way that people learned new things.
Intrinsic reinforcements such as pride, satisfaction and accomplishment could also lead to learning.
By observing the actions of others, children develop new skills and acquire new information.