Identifies some controversies and issues that arise from Hans Kueng's adaptation of Thomas Kuhn's paradigm theory to theology, particularly those associated with the conflict presented between the educational theory advocated by Kuhn and that contained in Kueng's wider thinking. Argues that the dilemma presents ironies that Kueng must somehow…

Uses classroom examples and literary allusions to examine the philosophy and practice of Montessori's Cosmic Education. Focuses on the use of non-theistic creation stories to create an educational environment that would foster the development of children's religious sentiment. (KB)

Discusses ways in which Constance Horne's children's novel "Nykola and Granny" can be used with Canadian students to highlight religious experiences. Offers an overview of the novel and explains that the students will learn about settlement in Canada and immigration. Gives seven different activities to complement the book. (CMK)

Describes a foundation for new leadership development in Catholic educators. States that a liberal arts background and a deep philosophic understanding of Catholic education, formed by experience and reflected upon and critiqued, may offer more possibilities for leadership than acquiring any particular set of skills. (18 citations) (VWC)

The Adult Education with Theological Reflection program developed jointly by the Church of England and University College Chester is a postgraduate program for adult educators working in church contexts. The open learning, modular approach facilitates part-time study. (SK)

Investigated relationships between Biblical hermeneutics and reading instruction in Christian elementary schools. Surveys of and interviews with teachers representing varying views examined their theoretical orientations to reading and views of Biblical authority. Results indicated teachers took a middle position in all areas assessed and viewed…

Discusses the impact of the June 2000 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Mitchell vs. Helms, ruling that federal aid can be provided to religious schools when the aid is distributed on a neutral, per-pupil basis to students in all the district schools, public and private, secular and religious. (EMH)

Discusses guidelines from the General Directory for Catechesis for teaching religion to children pre-kindergarten through eighth grade: (1) faith education; (2) liturgical education; (3) moral formation; (4) prayer instruction; (5) community life education; and (6) missionary initiation. Describes in-service sessions with principals and curriculum…

Questions the constitutionality of allowing faith based private schools to compete for voucher funds, suggesting that the current system's claim of religious neutrality is false, with secular education imposing its own values. Notes that the only constitutional remedy for this is to allow parents to choose the environment within which their…

Asserts that developing a budget for Catholic Schools is simple, now that the National Catholic Educational Association offers financial management workshops across the nation to encourage a team approach to planning. Reports that workshops focus on creating a spreadsheet of budget projections, improving the tuition collection process, and…

Discusses a Christian adventure program that uses quotations and stories from the New Testament to tie group experiences to Christian teachings about loving one's neighbor, taking risks, working together, respect, actions in a crisis, unselfishness, contemplation, reflection and prayer, and forgiveness. Emphasizes the experiential teachings of…

Discusses the CSJ Educational Network, organized by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange to unite elementary schools in California. Reports that 22 schools are involved in the network, from five regions across the state. Lists criteria for membership, and provides recommendations for schools that desire to implement their own networks. (CJW)

Discusses the National Catholic Education Association's (NCEA) Assessment of Catechesis Religious Education (ACRE), what specifically is being measured, and the process put in place during item and assessment development to maximize the quality and suitability of its results. Describes religious education domains and key concepts measured. (CJW)

Presents a fictional interview with Ellen White, founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, regarding the theological principle upon which the Adventist educational philosophy is based. This theme focuses on restoring the image of God in the human soul. The paper addresses teacher selection and training, teaching methodology, and how the…

Discusses character education in public schools, focusing on Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland. States that MCPS has established a policy that requires all schools to implement a character education program, and reviews the implementation of this program--dubbed Building Esteem in Students Today--at one of MCPS's schools,…