This
course explores a biblical understanding of wisdom as an alternative to the
theory into practice paradigm, which has dominated the way in which schooling
is conducted at virtually all levels. According to the theory/practice story,
schooling is the process by which theoretical insight and abstract academic
understanding lay the foundations for an abundant life. The Christian gospel
proclaims, however, that walking in the way of Jesus is truth and life. The
challenge to the Christian school and the Christian teacher is how to be in the
world of schooling while not being of it. The implications of a wisdom
perspective for schooling in general will be considered; however, as learning
and the curriculum are the foci of other courses, this course attends more
closely to issues related to teaching.
ICSD 120306/220306 F17
Distance Education
Instructor: Dr. Doug Blomberg and Helena Hoogstad
MWS, MA, PhD
Syllabus
