Details for EDU574 The Social and Historical Context of Christian Schooling

This subject delves into the historical, educational, and social influences shaping Christian schooling in Australia. Students will explore various models of Christian schooling and by uncovering the challenges of maintaining foundational christian values in evolving educational and social landscapes. Additionally, students will uncover how to uphold their vision and practices in congruence with their purpose.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: EDU574
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

• EDU400 Biblical Foundations of Education or 40 credit points

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Describe an understanding of the historical, educational and social factors that have impacted Christian schooling in Australia
2. Appraise the distinctive features of parent directed Christian schools with reference to the development of the Christian Education Network (CEN) movement
3. Formulate an understanding and appreciation of other models of Christian schooling;
4. Analyse and defend the issues involved with maintaining foundational values in changing educational and social contexts;
5. Assess the ways a particular school seeks to maintain congruence with its vision and practice. 

Subject Content

1. The early history of Christian schooling in Australia
2. The development of Parent-Controlled (CEN) schools
3. Other models of distinctively Christian schooling in Australia and internationally
4. Maintaining vision and values
5. Christian schooling in the current social context
6. Investigating another model of Christian schooling 

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face-to-Face
• Distance/ Global Online
• Intensive (5 days of classes/7 hours per day followed by 85 hours reading, writing and assignments)
• Extensive (5 days spread over the semester)

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Assessment Methods

• Forum posts (10%)
• Artefact and Oral Presentation (40%)
• Research Project Report (50%)

Prescribed Text

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