Foundations of Education: A Christian Vision
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Overview
Ideas about education have consequences. This book, edited by Matthew Etherington, provides readers with ideas and insights drawn from fifteen international scholars in Christian thought within the fields of philosophy, theology, and education. Each author responds to the philosophical, historical, and sociological challenges that confront their particular line of educational inquiry. The authors offer a view of Christian education that promotes truth, human dignity, peace, love, diversity, and justice. The book critically analyzes public discourse on education, including the wisdom, actions, recommendations, and controversies of Christian education in the twenty-first century. This timely book will appeal to those concerned with Christian perspectives on education, Aboriginality, gender, history, evangelism, secularism, constructivism, purpose, hope, school choice, and community.
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”In a world--and a church--where education (at all levels) is
devolving toward basic technological skills training, random
encounters with disconnected factoids on the internet, and
subjectively preferred propaganda, Matthew Etherington’s fine
collection of essays on the foundations of education is most timely
and welcome. Educational administrators, teachers, homeschoolers,
pastors, parents--and thoughtful adults wishing to redress the
weaknesses in their own education--are well-advised to reflect
deeply on the ideas in this volume."
--David W. Gill, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, South
Hamilton, MA
“Etherington has put together a wide-ranging, engaging, and
interesting collection of essays that deal with the interface
between Christianity and education . . . Christianity has a
necessary and fundamental role in education, from the lofty
meanings of the field to the mundane exercises of the classroom. A
valuable book, probably for different reasons, to both the
Christian and non-Christian educator."
--Douglas W. Allen, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia,
Canada
"This book is a thoughtful and inspiring collection of essays
exploring the rich tradition of Christian understandings of
education. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on relevant and
important issues in education and encourages ongoing reflection and
exploration in light of key Christian thinkers. It is a collection
that lifts our eyes to horizons of what is good, true, and
beautiful in education and reveals a timeless and timely vision
that is hopeful and worthwhile. Beginning and experienced educators
alike will be affirmed and reconnected to their own deeply held
convictions arising from a desire to wholeheartedly serve God,
their students, and communities through their practice."
--Kimberly Franklin, Trinity Western University, Langley, British
Columbia, Canada
"Authors wrestle with the challenge of presenting a clear picture
of Christian education that is embedded in a coherent historical
and philosophical context, is cognizant of contemporary cultural
trends, and emanates from a biblically faithful understanding of
the world and our place and task in it. This is a worthy struggle
in which all Christian educators are called to engage, and the
foundations of education are a strategic tool in providing the
understanding, training, and equipment necessary for such a
task."
--Richard J. Edlin, President, Edserv International, Warrawong,
Australia
Product Details
- Title : Foundations of Education: A Christian Vision
- Authors:
- Etherington, Matthew Bruce
- Boyce, E. J.
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Publication Date: 2014
- ISBN: 9781630873042
Matthew Etherington is Associate Professor of Education at Trinity Western University in Langley, Canada.