Author Description
Not just Book ISBN 0-03-004221-9 is for all three student books, though books may be sold separately on Amazon. Authors David and Diane Chamberlain take a new approach to religious education in this series of lesson units. The latest methods of behavioral science are employed in a highly-structured format to help youth and adults practice Christian love. The course is intense, involving, and full of surprises for the student. About half of each class centers around a special experience, known in advance only to the teachers. Classes are closely timed and fast-paced, keeping all participants moving, thinking, and engaged in a carefully integrated sequence of events. New roles and responsibilities are created for teachers, students and parents. Each student workbook covers a calendar quarter and is spread over 12-13 sessions.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can behavioral science methodologies be effectively integrated into religious education to foster the practice of Christian love? Authors David and Dianne Chamberlain present a structured pedagogical framework designed to move beyond traditional lecture-based religious instruction. By utilizing behavioral science techniques, the authors argue that active participation and carefully timed, experiential learning environments create a more profound engagement with Christian principles for both youth and adult learners.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A highly structured, 12-13 session lesson plan format.
- Behavioral science-based instructional methodologies.
- Integrated roles for teachers, students, and parents.
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide theological commentary or doctrinal analysis.
- The material is limited to the specific quarterly curriculum structure provided in the workbook.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and religious instructors often note the high level of preparation required to implement the authors' experiential teaching model. The text is recognized for its departure from standard religious curricula by prioritizing active, timed participation over passive study.
Page Count:
117
Publication Date:
1972-01-01
Publisher:
Holt, Rinehart & Winston
ISBN-10:
0030042119
ISBN-13:
9780030042119
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