Table of Contents

Introduction
Section 1: Core Concepts
1. The Contribution of Teaching to Discipleship Allen Jackson
2. Developing a Theology of Education Jeff Keuss
3. A Scriptural Basis for Teaching Ron Belsterling
4. The Essence of the Life of the Teacher Bob MacRae
5. Recognizing the Importance of Educational Philosophy Mark Cannister
6. The Shape of Human Knowledge and Christian Ministry Andrew Root
Section 2: Influences That Shape Learning
7. How People Develop Their Thinking Barrett McRay
8. Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles Karen Jones
9. Faith Formation with Others Sharon Galgay Ketcham
10. Motivation and Ministry David Rahn
11. Why Culture and Diversity Matter Ginny Olson
Section 3: Curricular Implications for Teaching
12. Curriculum and Teaching Terry Linhart
13. Teaching Children Scottie May
14. Teaching Young Adults Amanda Drury
15. How Families Shape the Faith of Younger Generations Brenda A. Snailum
16. God's Equipping Pattern for Youth and Young Adult Ministry Ken Castor
17. Toward a Curriculum Theory of Educational Technology Mark Hayse
Section 4: Methods for Christian Teaching
18. Teaching the Bible So Young People Will Learn Duffy Robbins
19. The Value of Discussion Troy W. Temple
20. Teaching Large Groups Jason Lanker
21. Using Narrative to Invite Others into the Story of God James K. Hampton
22. Learning through Simulations Karen McKinney
23. Teaching to Change Lives, Outdoors Doug Gilmer
Section 5: Managing Teaching for Maximum Impact
24. The Importance of Evaluation Kerry Loescher
25. Equipping Others to Teach Robert Brandt
26. Technological Tools for Dynamic Christian Teaching Freddy Cardoza
Indexes