The material was concise using guided subject headings for the reader (Foundation, Core and Drive), the material was realistic and flowed with a succinct pattern of relevant information with subject-content that was original. The detailed, suggested activities for the instructors demonstrate methods they can utilize in their courses.Additionally, the knowledge presented on the subject matter in this article provided practical, effective, action-centered activities to integrate faith into the process of learning with any course subject. Normally, I integrate faith and learning by presenting a question that is relevant to the discussion question topic and incorporate details related to our Christian faith in the forum for the students to expound upon.
However,using the suggested daily announcements to post prayers and bring attention to Christian holidays is a productive avenue to bring faith to the forefront of the student's world. Additionally, I enjoyed the information given for the instructor to create an environment that requires the student to use the course subject content to critically think about the way the material impacts their faith journey. The benefits of integrating faith into their learning helps them to understand and remember ways in which their faith affects how they think about the course content and wyas they apply that information to the way they live their lives.
Thank you for your concise presentation that contained specific guidelines the online instructor can employ to accomplish the integration of faith and learning into the classroom. I was especially intrigued by the suggestions of the Instructor posted prayer for student success and the use of CAT's that prompt the students to recognize the connection between course content and their faith walk. The apostle Paul included specific prayers for the congregations to which he wrote in his Epistles to communicate his concern for the individuals and his awareness of their situation (see Eph. 1:15-23 for one example); your suggestion helps the instructor communicate this same concern and awareness for the students. Regardless of the faith basis of the individual, faith affects life reactions and choices. It is important to help Christian students understand how their faith influences their life. The suggested focus of your article brings this to the forefront of the instructor's mind.
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The material was concise using guided subject headings for the reader (Foundation, Core and Drive), the material was realistic and flowed with a succinct pattern of relevant information with subject-content that was original. The detailed, suggested activities for the instructors demonstrate methods they can utilize in their courses.Additionally, the knowledge presented on the subject matter in this article provided practical, effective, action-centered activities to integrate faith into the process of learning with any course subject. Normally, I integrate faith and learning by presenting a question that is relevant to the discussion question topic and incorporate details related to our Christian faith in the forum for the students to expound upon.
However,using the suggested daily announcements to post prayers and bring attention to Christian holidays is a productive avenue to bring faith to the forefront of the student's world. Additionally, I enjoyed the information given for the instructor to create an environment that requires the student to use the course subject content to critically think about the way the material impacts their faith journey. The benefits of integrating faith into their learning helps them to understand and remember ways in which their faith affects how they think about the course content and wyas they apply that information to the way they live their lives.
Thank you for your feedback, Pinara!
Hi Stephanie,
Thank you for your concise presentation that contained specific guidelines the online instructor can employ to accomplish the integration of faith and learning into the classroom. I was especially intrigued by the suggestions of the Instructor posted prayer for student success and the use of CAT's that prompt the students to recognize the connection between course content and their faith walk. The apostle Paul included specific prayers for the congregations to which he wrote in his Epistles to communicate his concern for the individuals and his awareness of their situation (see Eph. 1:15-23 for one example); your suggestion helps the instructor communicate this same concern and awareness for the students. Regardless of the faith basis of the individual, faith affects life reactions and choices. It is important to help Christian students understand how their faith influences their life. The suggested focus of your article brings this to the forefront of the instructor's mind.
Blessings,
Ron Steadman