
How to Teach Religion
Principles and MethodsBy George Herbert BettsLength5h 5m
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In "How to Teach Religion," George Herbert Betts offers a comprehensive exploration of pedagogical principles tailored specifically for religious education. Betts employs a pragmatic literary style, blending theoretical insights with practical examples, making the work accessible for both educators and theologians. The text is grounded in the early 20th-century context of progressive education, reflecting the era's emphasis on experiential learning and moral development, while also critiquing traditional dogmatic approaches that may hinder spiritual growth. George Herbert Betts was an influential figure in the field of educational psychology and moral education, which undoubtedly shaped his approach to teaching religion. His background as a scholar and educator equipped him with unique insights into the psychological dimensions of learning, enabling him to advocate for a holistic approach to religious instruction. Betts's commitment to fostering critical thinking and personal reflection in students reflects broader shifts in the educational landscape during his time, affirming the importance of adapting teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners. This book is highly recommended for educators, religious leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of education and spirituality. Betts'Äôs thoughtful framework not only equips readers with effective teaching strategies but also encourages them to reflect on their own beliefs and practices, fostering a deeper understanding of the transformative potential of religious education.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length5 hrs 5 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER III
37CHAPTER VIII
2THE FOURFOLD FOUNDATION[1]
38THE ORGANIZATION OF MATERIAL
3THE AIM IN TEACHING RELIGION
39TYPES OF ORGANIZATION
4SELECTING THE SUBJECT MATTER
40ORGANIZATION OF THE CURRICULUM AS A WHOLE
5HOW SHALL WE ORGANIZE AND PLAN THE LESSONS?
41ORGANIZING THE DAILY LESSON MATERIAL
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6PRESENTING THE LESSON—INSTRUCTION
42FOR FURTHER READING
7FOR FURTHER READING
43CHAPTER IX
8CHAPTER IV
44THE TECHNIQUE OF TEACHING
9RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE OF MOST WORTH
45ATTENTION TO KEY
10THE CHILD'S CONCEPT OF GOD
46THE APPEAL TO INTEREST
11THE CHILD'S CONCEPT OF RELIGION
47FREEDOM FROM DISTRACTIONS
12KNOWLEDGE OF THE BIBLE
48DANGER POINTS IN INSTRUCTION
13KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE CHURCH
49FOR FURTHER READING
14KNOWLEDGE OF RELIGIOUS MUSIC AND ART
50CHAPTER X
15FOR FURTHER READING
51MAKING TRUTH VIVID
16CHAPTER V
52LEARNING TO THINK IN RELIGION
17RELIGIOUS ATTITUDES TO BE CULTIVATED
53THE APPEAL TO IMAGINATION
18ATTITUDES TOWARD THE SCHOOL AND ITS WORK
54USING THE MEMORY
19ATTITUDES THAT CARRY INTO LIFE BEYOND THE SCHOOL
55FOR FURTHER READING
20FOR FURTHER READING
56CHAPTER XI
21CHAPTER VI
57TYPES OF TEACHING
22CONNECTING RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION WITH LIFE AND CONDUCT
58THE INFORMATIONAL LESSON
23RELIGIOUS HABITS AS AN AIM
59THE DEVELOPMENTAL LESSON
24APPLICATION OF RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION TO THE DAILY LIFE
60THE DEDUCTIVE, OR APPLICATION, LESSON
25PARTICIPATION IN THE WORK OF THE CHURCH AND SOCIAL SERVICE
61THE DRILL LESSON
26FOR FURTHER READING
62THE APPRECIATION LESSON
27CHAPTER VII
63THE REVIEW LESSON
28THE SUBJECT MATTER OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
64ASSIGNMENT OF LESSON
29SOURCES OF MATERIAL
65FOR FURTHER READING
30MATERIAL FROM THE BIBLE
66CHAPTER XII
31STORY MATERIAL
67METHODS USED IN THE RECITATION
32MATERIAL FROM NATURE
68THE TOPICAL METHOD
33MATERIAL FROM HISTORY AND BIOGRAPHY
69THE LECTURE METHOD
34PICTURE MATERIAL
70THE QUESTION-AND-ANSWER METHOD
35MUSIC IN THE CURRICULUM
71THE STORY METHOD
36FOR FURTHER READING