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A Must Read for Christian Educators - The Latest in Revealing Jesus Series Kindergarten-Grade 12“The latest in a series of books about how teachers reveal Jesus to students can help safeguard Christian education in a changing society, says its editors.” -
An investigation to determine the role classroom teachers play in recruitment Kindergarten-Grade 12[Ch IV – Conclusions and Recommendations] This study was undertaken to determine as far as possible: (1) the reasons which teen-agers and others have for not looking toward teaching as an appealing career, (2) the major reasons teen-agers... -
Belief and Practice - Spiritual Imperatives for the Adventist Teacher 0-2 years-LifelongAs Christian teachers, our responsibility to our students goes far beyond academics. In order to lead them to Christ, we must nurture our own relationship with Him. Imperative to this is both faithfully believing in God and practicing what we believe. -
Beyond Telling - Narrating Trauma in the Wartime Writings of Great War Chaplain William McKenzie Kindergarten-Grade 12What do war heroes and Christian teachers have in common? This story of Salvation Army Chaplain of the Australian Imperial Force McKenzie draws similarities to educators, who are also “engaged in the midst of suffering, disarray and confusion”,... -
Blog of a Beginning Teacher - Part 2 Grade 9-Grade 12A new teacher reflects on the huge task of teaching his students what they need to know in order to become employable adults. Without time to teach all the specifics various jobs require, he concludes high school teachers are generalized instructors, preparing... -
Christian Schools and Chocolate Cakes - An 'Excursion through My Heart-Space' Kindergarten-TertiaryAn education student realizes teaching is "about helping every child realise they are created in the image of God and understanding that they have a God-given purpose. It’s about helping them discover their God-given abilities and talents.... -
Connectedness - Bridging the Gap between Values and Practice in Developing a Safe and Supportive School Community KindergartenA paradox exists within the teaching profession:"On one hand educators know and believe that students need role models and that almost every aspect of teaching, even (or especially) including discipline—is all about relationships. Yet on the other... -
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." -
Faith, Wisdom, and Service to the Next Level Kindergarten-TertiaryThis keynote address from the 2021 virtual teachers' convention for educators in Canada centers on taking faith, wisdom, and service to the next level. -
Gods Estimation of Adventist Teachers Kindergarten-Grade 12God's important and sacred call for Adventist educators is highlighted in these ten quotations gleaned from the Spirit of Prophecy. [For a complete list of Ellen White publication abbreviations visit the White... -
Human Touch in the Primary School Setting Kindergarten-Grade 8Analysis of interviews conducted at a small faith-based school “indicated the majority of the participants in this study supported the use of ‘healthy’ physical contact, between teachers and students. Students, parents and teachers were mindful... -
Is Christian Education Really Ministry? Kindergarten-Grade 12"It is not uncommon to hear Christian education referred to as the ministry of teaching. But is it just fanciful jargon and cliché? Or is Christian education really ministry?" -
Is Christian Education Really Ministry? Kindergarten-Tertiary"Being a teacher in a Christian school doesn’t automatically qualify one to be called a 'teacher-minister.' To be so described is, in verity, an honor. But it is also a responsibility borne by all those who believe they are called to serve... -
JAE Editorial: Philip and the Minister Kindergarten-LifelongThe story in Acts about Philip and the Ethiopian minister of finance provides valuable insight for teachers. Some insights include: the Holy Spirit is the crucial guide in reaching our students; we are to join students in their journeys; we should guide our... -
JAE Editorial: The Other Sandal Kindergarten-TertiaryJust as Mahatma Gandhi's life had both a local and a global impact, so educators can impact students inside the classroom and beyond. Additional articles in this issue include: The Making of Forestia -
JAE Editorial: Whole-Souled and Large Hearted Kindergarten-Tertiary“Teaching, then, is a sacred act. It is not just about completing lesson plans, grading student work, or supervising students in various activities; it is more than maintaining one’s standing in a given community or enjoying the perks of the profession;... -
Ministering within the School Kindergarten-Tertiary"It’s overwhelmingly wonderful having a grade five student’s arms wrapped around your waist as they say, 'I love Jesus', it’s challenging when a year 11 student says, 'but you don’t really believe all this' and satisfying when... -
Model for Spiritual Learning Results Expected Schoolwide Kindergarten-Grade 12A series of Ellen White quotes affirming the high calling of a Seventh-day Adventist teacher. -
Organizational expectations and role clarification of pastors and educators serving K-10 schools operated by the Georgia-Cumberland Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Kindergarten-Grade 12Problem statement: The two major issues addressed in this study are the professional relationship that exists between the educators in K-10 schools and pastors who serve the churches that host the schools and the professional roles that each serves... -
Pastoral Care, Action Research, and Teaching as a Profession - Can ‘Joining the Dots’ Facilitate Teacher Reflection Kindergarten-Tertiary"Educators have increasingly demonstrated commitment to, and invested much effort in advancing the cause of pastoral care, action research, and the status of teaching as a profession, over the last two decades. What is largely unrecognized is how these... -
Pedagogy - A Lexical Oddity Tertiary-LifelongYoung elaborates on the origin, meaning, and usage of the term, focusing on the role of pedagogues in ancient Greek culture. -
Reflections on Pedagogical Hospitality and Remote Learning Kindergarten-Tertiary"Teaching involves teachers acting as hospitable hosts who create learning spaces that welcome their students into learning...this was reversed when teachers became guests as well as hosts as they ‘entered’ their students’ homes,... -
The Classroom Teacher and Curriculum Transformation Kindergarten-LifelongDo teachers have the right and the obligation to contribute their own meanings to the curriculum and intervene in its transformation in the context of a class? If so, where, when and to what extent is it lawful for that to happen? What are the limits of the... -
The diagnosis and treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - Knowledge and perceived roles and responsibilities of teachers in the Seventh-day Adventist school system Kindergarten-Grade 12Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed childhood behavioral disorder said to affect approximately 3-5% of the primary school-aged population. There has been much controversy about ADHD diagnosis and treatment in recent... -
The Heart of an Adventist Teacher Kindergarten-Grade 12A Seventh-day Adventist teacher makes a lasting impression on a student, who then decides to become an Adventist teacher herself. Shirley Fuquay writes of her experience as that young girl and her future career of 31 years teaching in Seventh-day Adventist... -
The Human Person as the Object of Education - The Balance of Educational Approaches Grade 1-TertiaryThe historically most important function of educational work has been to prepare children and young people to face the challenges that life has in store for them; to produce mature and wise men and women who understand the importance of using wisely the time... -
The Ministry of Teaching - Four Steps Lie Beyond the Transmission of Information Grade 1-LifelongAkers explains how an Adventist educator must go beyond professional expectations of teachers, beyond the parent and pastoral roles, to become a masterful Christian teacher who serves as both prophet and priest. This paper was presented at the 8th Institute... -
What Matters Most Kindergarten-Grade 12A retired principal promotes simplicity in teaching. His list of five "musts" for teachers shows his belief that students should be actively led by their teacher, not encouraged to be independent learners as is the trend in some schools. Leo's book... -
You and the Difference Kindergarten-TertiaryRecorded during the 2021 virtual teachers' convention for Canadian educators, this devotional "focuses on the fact that you can make a difference regardless of your circumstances."