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How do the concepts discussed in this lesson apply to your work in your classroom?
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It applies daily as we teach every lesson no matter the subject. Underlying all subject matter are the Big Questions of life. We must remember that and teach from that well as we build a students foundation for life.
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All people have these questions whether they verbalize them or not. These questions are asked internally and felt. Sometimes the struggle with them can be seen in acting out or smart responses. Sometimes they are played out positively, but they are always there for every person. When a student is not settled in who they are or their purpose, the math or reading lesson will not always feel important but it can be a bridge in the relationship to discuss the questions with students.
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When teaching physical education there are generally character lessons that I’m able to weave into my course. This can open the door for wider conversations.
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As a math teacher, I was often asked the question, “Is math created or invented?” We know that God created all things in life, including mathematics. The Christian philosophy allows us to understand that mathematics is just another invention of God. It is the job of mathematicians and scientists to learn more about the world God created.
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As a teacher of literature and writing, I often have the “big questions of life” come up in my classroom as many of the texts we study deal with these issues. It’s imperative that as an educator, I help to facilitate discussion that allows students to wrestle with these questions while always maintaining a biblical worldview at the discussion’s core.
