Teaching the Next Generations – A Comprehensive Guide for Teaching Christian Formation

Terry Linhart (PhD, Purdue University) is director of the youth ministry and adolescent studies program, professor of youth ministry, and chair of the department of religion and philosophy at Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana. He previously served in full-time youth ministry for fifteen years with Youth for Christ and as a youth pastor. Linhart directs the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network and is the author of six books.

• IntroductionSection 1: Core Concepts1. The Contribution of Teaching to Discipleship Allen Jackson2. Developing a Theology of Education Jeff Keuss3. A Scriptural Basis for Teaching Ron Belsterling4. The Essence of the Life of the Teacher Bob MacRae5. Recognizing the Importance of Educational Philosophy Mark Cannister6. The Shape of Human Knowledge and Christian Ministry Andrew RootSection 2: Influences That Shape Learning7. How People Develop Their Thinking Barrett McRay8. Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles Karen Jones9. Faith Formation with Others Sharon Galgay Ketcham10. Motivation and Ministry David Rahn11. Why Culture and Diversity Matter Ginny OlsonSection 3: Curricular Implications for Teaching12. Curriculum and Teaching Terry Linhart13. Teaching Children Scottie May14. Teaching Young Adults Amanda Drury15. How Families Shape the Faith of Younger Generations Brenda A. Snailum16. God's Equipping Pattern for Youth and Young Adult Ministry Ken Castor17. Toward a Curriculum Theory of Educational Technology Mark HayseSection 4: Methods for Christian Teaching18. Teaching the Bible So Young People Will Learn Duffy Robbins19. The Value of Discussion Troy W. Temple20. Teaching Large Groups Jason Lanker21. Using Narrative to Invite Others into the Story of God James K. Hampton22. Learning through Simulations Karen McKinney23. Teaching to Change Lives, Outdoors Doug GilmerSection 5: Managing Teaching for Maximum Impact24. The Importance of Evaluation Kerry Loescher25. Equipping Others to Teach Robert Brandt26. Technological Tools for Dynamic Christian Teaching Freddy CardozaIndexes