Meeting Jesus in the Classroom: Transformational Integration
Subject
Biblical IntegrationBiblical Worldview
Christian Education
Christian Schools
Spiritual Formation
Spiritual Transformation
Abstract
This study explores how to best create the conditions for authentic spiritual formation in the Christian school classroom. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the history of Christian education in America, and the strengths and weaknesses of current Christian education. Chapters 2 and 3 offer an extensive literature review of the topics of philosophy of education, worldview, biblical integration, teachers, and learners. Chapter 4 presents an understanding of transformational integration through formation. Chapter 5 chronicles one Christian school system’s experience in striving to reach authentic spiritual transformation in the classroom. Lastly, Chapter 6 culminates in offering best practices and principles for authentic transformation. Appendices include book recommendations and small suggestions for teachers they can implement immediately in their classrooms.