Transforming Theological Education, 2nd Edition: A Practical Handbook for Integrated Learning

by Perry Shaw

Publisher:

Langham

, 2022

Overview

For several decades concern has been expressed about the need for greater integration and contextual significance in the curricular design of theological education. In addition, there has been a growing awareness of the role theological schools should play in strengthening the missional vision and practice of local churches. Drawing on Dr. Perry Shaw’s experience as faculty member, educational engineer, and acting academic dean for Arab Baptist Theological Seminary, Transforming Theological Education provides theoretical foundations and practical principles for purposeful curriculum design, as well as tools for facilitating integrated and contextually significant learning in the classroom.

This updated second edition has been reorganized for thematic clarity and expanded to provide a stronger foundation for thinking theologically – rather than just educationally – about theological education. It also contains a wider range of curricular examples from innovative theological programs around the world, along with practical advice for implementing change in change- resistant environments. This handbook continues to be a one-of-a-kind resource for theological educators and all those involved in Christian leadership training.

Key Features

• Provides theoretical foundations and practical principles for purposeful curriculum design.
• Shows a stronger foundation for thinking theologically.
• Contains a wider range of curricular examples from innovative theological programs.

Praise for Print Edition

I strongly commend this book to every seminary – from the senior leadership to the most junior faculty member. Read it and learn. Read it and change!

--CHRISTOPHER J. H. WRIGHT, PHD. Langham Partnership International

What I find most useful is Shaw’s steadfast and unapologetic focus on the church and praxis as key components of a healthy theological education. Scholars and students of Christian theological education will find this expanded edition a gem and a resource to behold.

--DAVID TARUS, PHD. Association for Christian Theological Education in Africa

In the revised and expanded edition, Perry Shaw envisions theological education that effectively serves churches in fulfilling God’s mission in the world. I highly recommend this book as a guide in rethinking, revising, and revitalizing theological education for its crucial task of developing missional leaders!

--THERESA R. LUA, EDD. Asia Theological Association

Product Details

• Title: Transforming Theological Education: A Practical Handbook for Integrated Learning (Second Edition)
• Author: Perry Shaw
• Edition: Second Edition
• Publisher: Langham
• Print Publication Date: 2022
• Logos Release Date: 2023
• Pages: 368
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subject: Theology › Study and teaching
• ISBNs: 9781839735523, 9781839735530, 9781839735547, 183973552X, 1839735538, 1839735546
• Resource ID: LLS:TRNSFRMNGTH2DTN
• Resource Type: text.monograph.handbook
• Metadata Last Updated: 2023-08-04T16:06:11Z

About Perry Shaw

Perry Shaw EdD (Asia Graduate School of Theology Alliance), is professor of Christian education and acting academic dean at the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary in Beirut, Lebanon. Dr Shaw is a curriculum and faculty development consultant to regional schools and ministries throughout the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America, and is active in the missional theological education movement within the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education (ICETE), as well as being a keynote speaker at several Overseas Council Institutes. Perry and his family have been living in the Middle East since 1990, serving in a variety of church and seminary-related ministries.