Pedagogy & Education for Life

Why is Sound Pedagogy So Important?

Before we dive into more ideas on how we must see good pedagogy as important, it is worth acknowledging that faith-based schools are not necessarily inhabited by students who have a deep faith in God. Sadly, in some such schools we can't be sure even that all teachers have a deep faith which shapes their very lives.

Why is Sound Pedagogy So Important?

Before we dive into more ideas on how we must see good pedagogy as important, it is worth acknowledging that faith-based schools are not necessarily inhabited by students who have a deep faith in God. Sadly, in some such schools we can't be sure even that all teachers have a deep faith which shapes their very lives.

As well, we also must realize that just being a faith-based school does not guarantee sound teaching, nor even that all teachers are dedicated to the promotion and encouragement of deep faith in their students. Some teachers simply assume that this is the role of School Chaplains. So, I sometimes wonder why, without this we bother promoting such schools at all? Let's face it, there are Christians who teach in state schools, and I've known some who have been wonderful.

As well, we also must realize that just being a faith-based school does not guarantee sound teaching, nor even that all teachers are dedicated to the promotion and encouragement of deep faith in their students. Some teachers simply assume that this is the role of School Chaplains. So, I sometimes wonder why, without this we bother promoting such schools at all? Let's face it, there are Christians who teach in state schools, and I've known some who have been wonderful.

Nine Great New Books for Children Aged 5-12 Years

Australian Children's Book Council 2025 Children's Literature Awards Announced!

MY REVIEWS FOR 2025

The Relationship Between Pedagogy and Student Formation in Schools. The delicate balance for faith-based schools.

https://pedagogyandformation.blogspot.com/2025/03/the-relationship-between-pedagogy-and.html

'My latest post on returning to school after summer holidays'

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NEW REVIEWS OF CHILDREN'S LITERATURE

I have just reviewed picture books from two wonderful new writers. Nigel Osgood's work has been reviewed previously on my blog. Last time I reviewed his wonderful book 'Bedtime for Ella: A Giggly Furbottom Adventure'.

As well as Nigel's two new books, I have reviewed the work of Karina Vunnum a talented writer from India.

My latest post on 5 Children's books - Some very funny books here!

Five New Books for Readers Aged 4-12 years A blog about children's literacy, language, learning and teaching in families and schools

'Is Christian Pedagogy Any Different to Sound Secular Pedagogy' Part 1

I was the keynote speaker for the Annual Australian Schools' Conference in September. A brief summary of my address.

https://pedagogyandformation.blogspot.com/2024/09/is-christian-pedagogy-any-different-to.html

Australian Children's Book Awards: Winners & Honour Books Younger Readers (Ages 0-12 Years)

In my latest Children's Literacy & Learning Blog I have reviewed the prize winners in the annual Book Week Awards. So many wonderful books. I thought this would be of interest to readers of my Pedagogy Blog as well.

So what's the difference between 'Open-mindedness', Critical Thinking' and 'Indoctrination'?

https://pedagogyandformation.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-tricky-relationship-between-open.html

"The Challenge to Reduce the Gap Between School and the World"

Education involves more than reception of knowledge. The life of the school in and outside the classroom has an influence in shaping them as people and citizens.

"Each of our students varied communities has an influence on shaping values, desires and priorities in life. These of course, reflect the type of person the world seems to value, and hence who they 'should' seek to become."

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