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While I spent most of my life attending church in some form or another, being exposed to various scriptures and readings along the way, I have realised that my understanding and perception of Lutheranism and Christianity as a whole is superficial at best.  With this in mind, when I consider community and what that means not only to God but Lutheran Education, I am only led to the thought of the church and the community that exists there.  I also consider my family as a community, coming from a large group, I know that with them, I will always and have always been supported.  

I am excited to consider to new aspects of this as and undoubtedly will learning throughout the in-person sessions and reading the padlet resources.]]> 2020-10-21 22:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850573488 Beliefs and Purpose Sharing victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850582064 What is important to you?
There are many aspects of my life that are important and dear to my heart.  This includes my faith, relationship with God, family, emotional wellbeing and my commitment to educating adolescents.  These drive me to pursue a greater connection with God and those around me

What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about education and helping young adults find their own direction in life.  This may be through a career pathway or developing interpersonal skills they are able to use throughout their life.   

What has brought you here?
As a graduate teacher, I was looking for a position that would allow me to grow personally and professionally.  While many schools offered a lot of exciting opportunities, I was initially drawn to Trinity Lutheran College because of the community centered education they provided, and the exciting opportunity to become a senior teacher.  Through my first year Trinity provided me with the opportunity to grow professionally and develop my relationship with God at the same time.

What questions do you have about Lutheran education and your role?
While I have always been apart of a Christian community, I had never experienced Lutheran faith.  Extending from this, this was my first year in a teaching position.  This led to the following questions:
  1. How does Lutheran Christianity differ from other denominations? 
  2. How will this affect my role as a teacher?
  3. How do I incorporate Lutheran ethos into my personal pedagogy?
  4. If I am still learning about Lutheran education, how can I accurately and meaningfully represent it to my students?

How will I answer these questions?
I plan on answering these questions by actively participating in groups discussions during our connect sessions and any PDs.  Furthermore, I can continue to learn from other experienced educators and valuable church members such as the Pastor and Chaplin currently at the school.  With an open mind and willingness to learn, I believe that I will start to develop an understanding and potentially find answers for my questions.

Reflection (written towards the end of my learning journey)
Through various different connect sessions and personal research I have become more versed in what Lutheran education, Lutheranism and a relationship with God means.  A variety of resources that were provided have lead me to a deeper understanding about what it means to be loved unconditionally by God and have a deep and meaningful relationship with our father.  During many sessions and conversations, my understanding of Lutheranism and what it means to be a child of the lord shifted.  While I knew little about the the Lutheran perspective I was nervous about judgement from others, however, I quickly learnt that the Lutheran perspective is open and provides growth opportunities for all.
]]> 2020-10-21 22:26:11 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850582064 Lutheran Spirituality victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850582826 Identify repeated and highlighted words and phrases in the given resources?
Words that were consistently repeated included:

  • Identity
  • Community
  • Learning

As previously identified, community is something that is very important to my personal and professional career as it inspires communication, collaborative work and a positive work environment.  Through reading various resources given, it is obvious that Lutheran schools promote students to "understand themselves better through living in a nurturing community with explicit values".  This caters to an environment where individuals are cherished and and respected for their strengths and weaknesses.

Leading on from this, Identity was another common theme presented throughout multiple resources.  It became clear that Lutheran education and Lutheranism wants individuals within their community to be aware of their humanity allowing them to grow and be open to the influence of the Holy Spirit.  Furthermore, that God does not depend on our worth or sense of self, but on his unconditional commitment to us.  The importance on worth and identity extends to education where a students specific needs are not only considered important, but are considered imperative in creating a safe environment for learning.

The final word that was identified was learning.  While this was expected, it says a lot about Lutheran education as they are able to prioritise not only a students individuality and faith, but their education and learning needs as well.  Lutheranism believes that all positive knowledge and learning is a gift of God and that life in a Lutheran school is about learning and growing their understanding of a Lutheran worldview. 

The focus on so many different dimensions of life leads me to the conclusion that Lutheran Education and Lutheranism is multifaced organisation that promotes self worth, individuality, learning, community and a strong relationship with God.
]]> 2020-10-21 22:26:41 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850582826 What is important in Lutheran Education victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850584271 It has become clear  that Lutheran schools encourage all learners to grow intellectually, emotionally, spiritually and socially as they encourage a Holistic approach to education.  This involves appreciating and recognising each students individual strengths and areas in which they need assistance.  Whist encouraging students to become problem-solvers, Lutheran education also challenges learners to grow into caring and responsible individuals as they participate in Service Learning.

Through history, a clear emphasis on education has been present, however the Lutheran faith has also played an immense role in creating schools that are unlike any other.  These learning environments cater towards students that are already of the faith and students who have not yet begun their journey. 

Viewing the world from the Lutheran perspective means creating an environment that leads to individuals who are self aware, passionate about learning and proud of their individuality.

Resources used:
1. Lutheran Education
2. Lifelong Qualities for Learners
3. What is Lutheran Education]]> 2020-10-21 22:27:39 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850584271 Remaining Questions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850585297 2020-10-21 22:28:22 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850585297 How do we live out our Beliefs? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850585621 Through the various resources I have encountered, it is clear that Lutheran education prioritises a Holistic view on learning, encouraging all learners to grow intellectually, emotionally, spiritually and socially.  Through this, the aim is that each generation of Lutheran learners will produce critical problem solvers, knowledgeable individuals, creative learners and caring and compassionate individuals.  Trinity Lutheran College uses weekly chapels (interactive), daily devotions (provided by the staff), service learning, extra curricula (activities catered to a wide range of individuals) and a teaching staff dedicated to the growth of all unique personalities. 

After reading the following quote:
"All Lutheran schools provide a rich variety of learning experiences that encourage creativity and inquiry, foster respectful dialogue and leave room for wonder.  We openly acknowledge that our Christian heritage shapes our values and our school culture."  With this in mind, it is clear that Trinity Lutheran College upholds the values of Lutheran education.

The following resources show a variety aspects of Trinity Lutheran College that both students and staff actively participate in:
]]> 2020-10-21 22:28:35 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850585621 Statements in Practice at Trinity Lutheran College victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850586124 Goal 1: The Australian education system promotes excellence and equity. [the Alice Spring Mpartnwe Declaration Goal 1]
  • We are a proudly non-selective school in terms of enrolment opportunities.
  • The Personalised Pathways we offer are unique to Trinity and we offer multiple pathways to ensure that we provide for the needs of all our students.
  • We offer Velocitas Extension programs across academics, sports and performing arts.
  • We have a strong Learning Enhancement department and program to cater for the needs of students who experience learning difficulties in fundamental areas of learning.
  • We have a vibrant Languages department, providing foreign language learning, overseas study tours to Japan, China, India and Germany and hosting of students from Germany, India, China, Korea and Japan, so as to help the students to develop a global outlook and celebrate diversity – globally connected community.
Goal 2: All young Australians become confident and creative individuals, successful lifelong learners, and active and informed members of the community.
Confident and creative individuals:
  • We offer a wide range of curriculum, co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities to cater to the diverse needs and talents of our students.
  • Our performing arts, technology, innovative hub and STEAM programs help to develop a creative and innovative mindset and approach to learning in our students.
  • Our extensive sporting program, Duke of Ed, Kokoda and outdoor education programs also help to develop their team work, resilience, confidence and self-esteem.
Successful lifelong learners:
  • Academic and pastoral care sessions to enable our students to consolidate their literacy, numeracy and learning skills learned in core classes.
  • Through our daily devotions, Christian studies, pastoral care and chapel services, we help students make sense of the world and connect to the wider world.
  • Careers guidance is available to older students to assist them in finding a suitable career pathway after senior years.
  • Our P – 12 Teaching and Learning framework, reiterates important skills such as communication, collaboration, reflection and diversity and focuses on service learning
Active and informed citizens:
  • Through our pastoral care, chapel, assembly programs our students develop a world view based on Christian values and morals, providing them with a strong moral compass.
  • Through our service learning program, our students learn to be contributors to the society and be the voice of those whose voices are silent.
]]> 2020-10-21 22:28:55 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850586124 What are important aspects of spirituality from the Lutheran Perspective? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850586692 We're moving towards a world that continues to become more secular, moving from traditional religious practices to more isolated and individual practices.  It is therefore  essential that Lutherans are sensitive to the secular world, understanding that we're the first bible some people may ever read from, and the first religion that some people are being introduced too.  With this in mind, delivering 'good news' through the bible needs to be both meaningful and contemporary to individuals immersed in the 21st century.  The remaining question surrounding this process, is how do we share the good word of the bible with people who are seemingly disinterested in religion, and have grown to become passionate about spirituality?  The Lutheran perspective highlights that this process can be achieved through the development of relationships, based on the fundamental thread of spirituality and a deeper understanding of how God is at the centre.  Progressing further, it is about introducing people to Jesus through our actions, our interest in them and our care for them.  Developing an understanding that God is the foundation that we build our life on, and around, he is the centre, the redemption and our saviour.  Lutheran perspective is to present the scripture by creating a relationship between the human experience and theology that individuals in the 21st centaury are able to resonate with.


Passages in regards to spirituality:
John 1
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome[a] it. 

Through God everything is created, without God nothing is created. This passage represents the importance of understanding that God is our creator and foundation, for with his word we are saved.]]> 2020-10-21 22:29:16 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850586692 Guiding Questions/ Analysis victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587044 2020-10-21 22:29:30 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587044 Resources Provided victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587263 2020-10-21 22:29:39 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587263 Individual Reflection victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587447 What is the understanding of spirituality in the resource?
- Subscribing to various ideologies of Christianity without participating or immersing themselves in the 'rules and regulations' of an institution.
-Finding different things you're connected to and connecting to yourself.
- Spirituality is a subjective concept that may mean different things to different people
- It is no necessarily a rejection of religion, but the constitute of religion
- It's about finding peace.

What does the author suggest are key ideas about spirituality in Australia?
- Finding peace within and searching for a higher purpose.
- Guidance and calmness with aspects of many Christian ideologies such as 'love thy neighbour' and forgiveness.
- No commitment to the doctrine/ dogma encountered in traditional Christian institutes.

What conclusions can you draw about what is important to Australians?
- Finding a pathway for themselves that allows them to develop a deeper understanding of their purpose.
- Creating a community where these can be explored without committing to the constitution of various religions.
- Freely moving between various beliefs and practices to apply their learnings to different situations.
- Growing in a country where happiness is considered easy to find, but can be difficult to keep when in difficult situations.  Therefore the craving of understanding a 'higher power' that can give comfort is common.

Sources
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-05-22/hugh-mackay-beyond-belief/7432866

https://www.sbs.com.au/news/seeking-spirituality-as-australia-becomes-less-religious]]> 2020-10-21 22:29:47 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587447 Group Discussion victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587692 1. Identify the emerging ideas about spirituality in Australia. 
- Secularism & Spirituality 

2. Discuss as a group and agree on the key ideas. 
- People have moved away from the church and are seeking more spiritual enlightenment

3. As a whole group discuss and develop a list of common ideas about spirituality from an Australian perspective. 
- Individual spirituality, lose 'rules', more flexible. 
- Not religious may mean moving away from institutional rules and more a set of beliefs that suit individual desires

  • Rise of spirituality  but not religion  
  • Not organised religion  
  • Will draw on Gods strength in funerals, weddings, Christmas but in other times it is about what they feel good about  
  • All about the self and what they are comfortable with and what makes them feel good  
  • People find organised religion destructive and that is why they take the parts that suit them and have spirituality without the church involvement  
  • People are turning to spirituality and not religion 
  • Not organised religion 
  • People are identifying as SBNR - Spiritual but not religious 
  • Engaging more in yoga and meditation for self fulfilment 
  • Respect the values of the church - and still use Church for celebrations like weddings, funerals, and times of crisis like prayer for sick, but not used all the time. 
  • People turning away from organised religion due to bad past 
  • Spirituality is different to faith 
  • If you do not like the idea of organised religion due to the history of that religion 
]]> 2020-10-21 22:29:55 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850587692 Analysis of School website victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850588030 2020-10-21 22:30:09 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/850588030 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097613472 2021-01-18 10:52:28 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097613472 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097617002 2021-01-18 10:53:42 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097617002 Lutheran Education: Where did it all start? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097621321 2021-01-18 10:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097621321 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097672389 2021-01-18 11:13:35 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097672389 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097678993 2021-01-18 11:16:07 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097678993 2020 Performing Arts Showcase victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097690065 2021-01-18 11:20:19 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097690065 Reflection victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097694126 My Role as Christian:
As a Christian, I need to live based on the Lutheran perspective and worldview.  As I continue on this journey it is vital that I am aware and able to distinguish between the Lutheran perspective and other Christian denominations.  Students and Parents who come to Trinity Lutheran College have a variety of different faiths and values; conversely, there will be many staff and students who may be more versed than I am in the Lutheran perspective.  Keeping an open mind will allow me to grow as a Lutheran and lead other people on the path of God.

Christian Studies:
Through Christian Studies, students are introduced to the Lutheran worldview and perspective.  To creative a learning environment that promotes self reflection and the acceptance of faith, it is imperative that I create a safe and supportive environment in which students can grow.  Furthermore, upholding the Lutheran worldview and teaching the importance of the scripture, faith and Gods grace is crucial.

Pastoral Care:
With hours in a week dedicated to pastoral care, I believe it is my role to create an open environment where students feel safe to express their honest opinion.  This creates a forum for questioning without judgement and encourages the students to seek the truth.

Service Learning:
Lutheran schools believe that 'service is not only a personal response to God’s love but a broader response as part of one’s humanity for the sake of justice for all'.  With this in mind, it is essential that I help develop a community where service learning activities are an integral part of the curriculum and content.]]> 2021-01-18 11:21:47 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097694126 Reflecting on my Role as Christian victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097694440 Worship
As a young staff member, and new to the Lutheran Faith.  I am honoured to be able to learn about and express my faith at school.  This is through weekly staff and classroom devotions where I am either able to lead, or learn, from others faith and understanding.  I would like the opportunity to continue learning from others as I move forward and learn about the Lutheran Perspective. ]]> 2021-01-18 11:21:54 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097694440 The Lutheran Church and Lutheran Education victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097695966
What is the relationship between the Lutheran church and Lutheran education?

"The Lutheran system has developed its own Christian Studies curriculum to provide students with a knowledge of Christian beliefs and teachings. Each school and ECS intentionally employs teachers who are able and active in supporting students in a Christian approach to life."

There should be a visible and clear connection between Lutheran education and the Lutheran church.  With regular chapels and classroom devotions, Trinity Lutheran College is on its way to creating a culture where both are important.  However, not all staff value the Lutheran church, nor do they actively create practices for service learning and worship.  This creates a crack in what should be a transparent mindset amongst staff.


What questions do you have about the Lutheran church?
Why do some churches allow female pastors/ ministers but Lutheran churches do not? 
How does the church maintain the balance between modernity and tradition?
]]> 2021-01-18 11:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1097695966 Reflecting on my Role as Christian victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295390179 Devotions
Class:  These devotions are regularly run by myself during our lessons in a way that is light hearted and easy to relate too.  Many children who come through to Trinity Lutheran College do not come from churched families and therefore, they do not have a preconceived understanding of what devotions are, how to relate to them and how they can bring us closer to God. 
For this reason, it is important to keep devotions light and easy to understand so all have access.


Classroom Devotions:
Proverbs 27:17 As one piece of iron sharpens another, so friends keep each other sharp.

This was stated at the beginning of the lesson and was used to introduce our topic for the week.  Students had too work together to break this down and explain the meaning to me.  Linking this too how we can keep each other 'sharp', students discussed how they can work as a team, and how through our connection with Jesus, God is our team.]]> 2021-03-10 22:12:38 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295390179 Chapel Service victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295398939 2021-03-10 22:16:09 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295398939 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295427386 2021-03-10 22:28:10 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295427386 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295429483 2021-03-10 22:29:05 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1295429483 Trinity Lutheran College Worship and Service victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1381503152 https://www.tlc.qld.edu.au/trinity-life/worship-christian-studies]]> 2021-04-04 23:32:02 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1381503152 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1381504519 2021-04-04 23:33:30 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1381504519 Biblical perspective on spirituality victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1541534805 2021-05-19 22:12:38 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1541534805 Spirituality in Australia victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644353296 2021-07-11 04:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644353296 Luther for the Future victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644353695 2021-07-11 04:20:18 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644353695 Responding to Resources victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644376024 2021-07-11 05:35:04 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644376024 What is of importance to the community? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644377551 The school website has many facets that involve both the learning and importance of faith as well as the integral aspects of the educational program used.  The schools website has an emphasis on creating individuals that are "discerning, compassionate, creative, balanced and resilient citizens" through a holistic approach to education that focuses on individual learning.  With this in mind, the school pushes for excellence and high expectations.  

Extending on this point, Trinity Lutheran College has a wide range of extracurricular activities that students can participate in.  Among other things, these are often based on community and togetherness.  

Through continued analyses of the website, it became clear that the school website was advertising to attract the greater community, with little emphasis on our Lutheran Foundation.  The school motto is:
'No other foundation ........ Jesus Christ', however other than under the main logo, this does not appear to be very present on the the page.

This method allows the college to entice families from non-religious backgrounds or varying religious backgrounds.  Acting as a business this decision makes sense and increases possible intake of students.  However, I don't think that the website needs to go all the way of minimal representation.  There is a middle ground where we should proudly display our values and beliefs, while staying current and speaking to families of various backgrounds. ]]> 2021-07-11 05:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644377551 What is revealed about the spirituality of the school by texts and images victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380498 Leading on from my previous paragraph in regards to the representation of the Lutheran faith through the website, there is little revealed by the spirituality of the school.

I tried to move through the website with the mentality of a parent looking to potentially enrol their child at the school.  The first page I was attracted to outlined the Teaching and Learning journey of students throughout their time at Trinity Lutheran College.  Among other areas, I looked over the co-curricula activities and the Trinity journey.  After analysing these I moved towards the Our Heart section and began reading through the different tabs.  Out of the eight tabs available, only three explored the schools relationship with Lutheranism.  Additionally, these sections were small and informative in comparison to the other sections.

With this in mind, my interpretation of the website is that it uses the core values of Lutheranism, but focuses on how these values are integrated into the education system, and not how they're related to the gospel or spirituality.]]> 2021-07-11 05:45:49 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380498 Group Discussion victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380650 What is the importance of the community? 
  • Connection to the community  
  • Serving with heart, hand, head  
  • Engage with church  
  • Value all members and build alliances  
  • Participation in college life  
  • Service  
  • Responding to the needs of others  
  • Valuing other peoples contributions  
  • Respect  
  • Embracing diversity  
  • Positive interactions  
  • Respecting environment and facilities  
  • Aspiring to improve  
  • Personal excellence  
 
What is revealed about the spirituality of the school by the text and images? 
  • The logo and name of the school reflects the Christian foundation of the school  
  • The logo includes a dove representing holy spirit and peace and also includes the cross representing Jesus and the sacrifice He made for us 
  • Underpinning Christian values- listed in about section  
  • Greater emphasis on life long learning over being a life long Christian  
 
What questions arise as you consider the website and the information about spirituality in Australia?  
  • The website backs up the observations about spirituality in Australia in that it is general and not specific about Christianity  
  • Website is not overt about Christianity and the Lutheran aspect of the school specifically  
  • Is the website discrete about Christianity on the website on purpose? - Is this to show that we can accept anyone instead of being exclusively Christian?  
  • Does all of the language on the website reflect Christianity or does it move too far to the side of being friendly to people outside of church that it looses its biblical grounding?  
]]> 2021-07-11 05:46:26 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380650 Reflections victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380932 2021-07-11 05:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380932 What have I learnt? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380994 Throughout this process, I have become aware of a wide variety of aspects surrounding Lutheranism and Lutheran education.  

Gods love is unconditional and his grace is a present we do not deserve but need.  Our good deeds and actions are a reflection of his grace given, not a product of our own volition as we are both saints and sinners.

In Australia, more and more young people are aligning themselves not to a specific religion, but spiritual 'beliefs' that embody a connection to something greater and allow individuals to find a purpose within.  The world becomes more and more secular everyday, affecting how Lutherans are able to successfully preach the good news of the bible.  

To combat this, the readings and materials highlighted the importance of building relationships based on the fundamental thread or spirituality and a deeper understanding of how God is at the centre.  Through our actions, our interests in them and our care for them, we're able to introduce a variety of different people to Jesus.  Extending from this, it is essential the message relates to individuals form the 21st century; meaning it needs to be relevant.

The Trinity Lutheran College website has followed this trend, with little emphasis on spirituality and grace, but a large emphasis on the core values the religion upholds.  This appeals to many families in the 21st century as they're able to send their children to schools that have a spiritual connection without it being the focus of their education.]]> 2021-07-11 05:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644380994 What have I discovered about practices that can be applied in the classroom? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644381045 Throughout this process, I have been able to reform my understanding of spirituality and grace.  I am to show my faith through my actions, interests and care in my students.  This is supported by our restorative practices program that builds the foundation for behaviour management at the school.  Understanding that when every student walks into the classroom they come with their own story and background, unique to the individual.  I need to ensure that I reflect God's grace in my actions create a learning environment that is supportive and empathetic. ]]> 2021-07-11 05:47:18 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644381045 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644381388 1. Why do we feel we have to hide our faith on our website?
2. Why is there a movement from Australians to be tied to spirituality, but not any particular faith or religion?
3. How can I improve myself if I am both a saint and sinner?
4. Am I able to choose to move closer to God, or am I a willing participant in the relationship he started?]]> 2021-07-11 05:48:31 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1644381388 Guiding Questions/ Analysis victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308718 2021-07-25 14:01:05 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308718 Creation and Theology victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308765 2021-07-25 14:01:17 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308765 Guiding Questions/ Analysis victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308819 2021-07-25 14:01:29 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308819 Guiding Questions/ Analysis victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308899 2021-07-25 14:01:44 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308899 How can we know about God? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308941
Australians are often introduced to God through engagement with the community, however, the way in which he is portrayed will vary depending on each individuals experience with Christianity and religion in general.

Australia is a beautiful country in which multiculturalism grows and flourishes.  While Christianity is the most practiced religion, we share a land in which people have been given the freedom to choose their beliefs.  However, recent studies have found that more and more young Australians have shown less and less interest in religion over the past decade.  Dr Bouma, an expert in religious diversity, stated that “Australia has a low temperature expectation of religion — don’t get too excited about it — and those who do get very excited about it or get more serious about it are viewed with a little bit of suspicion,”.

Considering this, any young Australian has been brought to God with this context in mind.  God has not always been brought to the teenagers in our care as our Father who will look after, and cherish their uniqueness, but rather someone who enforces good behaviour.  ]]> 2021-07-25 14:01:55 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1660308941 Guiding Questions/ Analysis victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670453096 2021-08-05 23:23:13 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670453096 My Notes from the Resources victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670727935

]]> 2021-08-06 04:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670727935 Reflect on the Classroom victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670733114
What good things exist that God created?
God has created all and everything he has created is good.  In the classroom and at our school, the following are good:
- Friendly Students
- Passionate Teachers
- Learning: through students hard work and creation
- Supportive Staff and Community
- The opportunity to learn more about God and his care for us
- Safe environment


What brokenness/ stressors exits?
- The resources are limited
- Staff are worked to the maximum
- There are students who come that cannot be helped
- Many students have broken homes


Group Discussions:
In what ways does creation theology inform Lutheran education?  
-"We don't educate children for the future we educate children to create the future"  
-Lutheran education acknowledges God as creator and joins in the care of the world and people  
-Lutheran schools are communities that value learning as Gods gift to people and inspire them to respond to the needs of the world  
-Our education is centred in the belief that God invites all people to join God in ongoing creation and care for the universe  
]]> 2021-08-06 04:42:27 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670733114 How have I learnt? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670738550 How does creation theology shape an aspect of your work with students?  
We are all created in God's image and therefore are able to have a vertical, conscious relationship with him.  God has also given us gifts through his creation such as our eyes, ears and hands.  With these gifts we should show our love for God and his creation through our actions, through our education.  Use our gifts to represent how to live a life with God holding the steer.  This means that when talking to and building relationships with students, I need to use these gifts.


What new learnings have I experienced?
That God has created and is currently creating.  He is always with us as he continues to create.  Sometimes his creations come to life through the forms of miracles, other times, his creations come through the form of medicinal science, law, agriculture etc.  Additionally, I learnt that creation is not only Gods work as the Holy Spirit is the confessed life-giver whom creation came and all things were created through the Son.


What learnings have reinforced my current thinking and why? 
The relationship that I have with God is unique and individual as God knows each one of his creations, and his creations are good.  This doesn't mean that Son doesn't exist in me as we are all saints and sinners, but it does reinforce that through God I am saved and through God I am able to live.  

]]> 2021-08-06 04:49:43 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670738550 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670739012
  • God has created all
  • God continues to create
  • We're made in God's image
  • God declares his creations good
  • People are invited to pursue their relationship with God
  • Vertical relationship with God
  • Horizontal relationship with creation
  • God is still creating
  • God is always present
  • God works through many avenues
  • God us given us gifts
  • Creation is the result of Gods will
  • Holy Spirit is the confessed life-giver through whom creation came
  • All things were created through the Son
  • Redemption is the renewal of creation
    • ]]>     2021-08-06 04:50:21 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670739012     victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670745680 2021-08-06 05:00:11 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670745680 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670752377 2021-08-06 05:09:20 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670752377 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753055 2021-08-06 05:10:24 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753055 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753678 2021-08-06 05:11:25 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753678 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753725 2021-08-06 05:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670753725 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670757181 2021-08-06 05:16:45 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670757181 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670757207 2021-08-06 05:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670757207 Further Group Discussion victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670758100 2021-08-06 05:18:15 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670758100 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670758227 2021-08-06 05:18:27 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670758227 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670765366 2021-08-06 05:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670765366 Learning victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670765671 What might a successful 21st learner know and be able to do?  
    - Intergrade into society
    - Know their identity and worth
    - Be apart of and create a community where support and care are promoted by all individual learners
    - Admit to being wrong, and being open about challenging their current perspectives
    - Uphold excellence in themselves and others


    How might we measure success in Lutheran education?
    I think that success in Lutheran Education should not be measured on academic achievements from students, but their development as a well educated individual who can implement their skills and knowledge in society.  Are they respectful? Do they show compassion and understanding? Do they serve the community?  If our students know their identity through Christ, and are able to learn through their relationship with God, we can call them successful.

     
    In what ways can learning be gift or a negative?
    Learning allows an individual to expand on their current understanding of the world and how it works as they gather information from various sources and from various teachers (all who have their own expectation of the world and what excellence means).  With this, however, a sense of unknowing can develop as people learn that sometimes what they know for a fact isn't true.  Additional to this, the current education system tests students on their ability to remember but not necessarily practice their understanding.  This build pressure as exams cause stress, and can undermine the reason that learning is a gift.

     
    Lutheran education seeks to nurture learners who respond to the needs of the world. In what ways is this consistent and at odds with perceptions about learning from parents and the wider community?
    The perceptions of the community will vary depending on each communities experience with education and Lutheranism.  As a school, we strive to provide the best education for students. an expectation and perception of parents.  However, to provide this, we're focused on teaching students to know themselves, Jesus and where they fit into society.  With our world becoming increasingly secular, I think that sometimes parents do not always support this narrative.  Building individuals who can integrate and provide for the greater community is not only a perception that aligns with the communities, but families as well.
    ]]>     2021-08-06 05:30:43 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670765671     victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670774188 How do I further explain that scientific theory and God's creation are not two different sides of a coin, but are concepts that can support each other?
    While acts of service allow me to become a co-creator with God, how I do use this to assist others in building a deeper relationship with God?]]>     2021-08-06 05:45:10 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670774188     How does creation theology inform they why and the how of Lutheran Education victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670774768 2021-08-06 05:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670774768 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670775216 How:
    • Proving a Pastoral care service
    • Growth Groups (using our God given gifts to share our learnings and understandings with others)
    • Chapels(worshiping God and all his Grace.  Redemption for our sins through him)
    • Approaching education through a Holistic view
    • Promoting the understanding and view that all students are unique individuals with their own God given gifts and abilities, strengths and weaknesses and distinctive characteristics
    • Creating community serving individuals that are able to use their learning from a holistic point of view to provide services and care.

    Why:
    • All people have a responsibility towards creation as we're seen as co-creators with God.
    • Through God's guidance we promote the individuality and uniqueness in Lutheran Education.
    • Divine instruction given to us by God
    • Lutheran Education teaches, through a holistic approach to education, that we need to respect ourselves and our bodies (respecting God's creation) and that we need to use our gifts and abilities to support the wider community (respecting God's creation and continuing God's creation through advancements made)
    ]]>     2021-08-06 05:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670775216     How does creation Theology shape an aspect of your work with students? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670794349 2021-08-06 06:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670794349 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670797922 2021-08-06 06:13:57 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670797922 Padlet Resources Used victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670798239 2021-08-06 06:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1670798239 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821483979 2021-10-16 23:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821483979 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821489004 "God looks after the universe he created. God set up the laws of nature (day and night, the seasons, the laws of physics, etc) by which the universe continues to exist in an orderly way. God is not limited by these laws, however. God continues to work within his creation and he may use his power to bring about ‘supernatural’, miraculous events."
    There are many resources in Connect Session 2 that furthered my understanding on creationism and the Lutheran perspective.  I found that my belief of what this means was continuously challenged as I learnt more and more about cocreation and the knowledge that God has not stopped his influence on creation, but that he continues to create and influence the world we live in. 

    There were many articles that influenced my understanding of creationism and what this means.  As I learnt that while people are created in God's image, we're all unique individuals that have our own strengths and weaknesses.  While I logically understood and advocate this belief, I learnt that it is through your relationship with God that individuals are able to learn themselves and appreciate the gifts, abilities and distinct characteristics that God has given us.  As mental health awareness continues to grow and become more supported by the populace, it is Lutheran Schools that have created a direct link between this and faith.  God has always supported, and continues to support individuality.  Expressing this to students, highlighting that all of Gods creations are good, and that through him , we're all connected, may allow them to accept and understand themselves through his lens.

    The article by Bartsch extracted from Lutheran Education Australia, has been the most contradictory and informative resource as is directly opposes certain views I held.  This article focuses not on the differences, but the similarities of creation and evolution.  It highlights that while these concepts explore what appear to be different views on how it all began, they both focus on understanding the truth in relation to the origin of the universe.  We can learn from them both as they ultimately seek to take reality seriously.  However, this is only possible if theology and science remain open to the insight gained by each other.  While attending a Christian church as a child, and learning about evolution during my studies, I have always viewed these concepts are contradictory on principle, not understanding that science has been used to try to explain how, when and where, while theology seeks to explore who and why.  

    Throughout all of these articles I have learnt that God has, and continues to create a world where we're able to live in plenty. That our individuality and uniqueness are gifts of God and part of his creation. When we use these gifts to support our community, we lead others to God and become co-creators.
    ]]>     2021-10-16 23:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821489004     victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821546942 This resources was easy to understand and informative.  It gave me clarity on what creationism means and how this affects my relationship with God and others.  It also gave me ideas of how I can express this throughout my teaching and pedagogy.]]> 2021-10-17 01:37:23 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1821546942 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970359799 2022-01-01 23:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970359799 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970359975 2022-01-01 23:16:35 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970359975 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970360087 2022-01-01 23:16:57 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970360087 Reflection on Practices/ Application in the classroom victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970370336 2022-01-01 23:51:04 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970370336 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970373205 As a senior science teacher, I have had the pleasure of teaching students of various ages about evolution and the scientific theory that supports this.  During these lessons, questions were raised about the validity of the scientific theory as it opposes the belief that God creates all.  Before learning and growing in this connect session, I was never able to give students an answer that satisfied both sides of the argument (as I viewed them to be separate).  However, I now feel confident in exploring the concept that they are not contradictory in nature, and that both can be accepted.  Furthermore, that scientific theory is used to try and explain the bible as if it were a concept of when, where and how, but it fails to discuss who and why.

    Leading on from this, I have taken the idea of individuality and uniqueness into pastoral care sessions as we discuss why these should be celebrated. ]]>     2022-01-02 00:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970373205     Remaining Questions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970373346 2022-01-02 00:02:23 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970373346 Why Does Lutheran Education Value Community? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387725
    Lutheran Education Values community because:
    • God created all and God's creation is good.  Therefore, every individual should be valued as an individual, created with unique gifts from God
    • Human beings are created in God's image, designed to communicate with him.
    • All relationships should be grounded in our relationship with God
    • God exists in a relationship as he is three in one and one in three with the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.  We're therefore designed to exist in relationships.
    • Relationships are part of the foundations that are central to Christianity, therefore this must be reflected in our teaching and service practice 
    • Working with students, families and others builds relationships and therefore builds a community.
    ]]>     2022-01-02 00:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387725     In what ways has the learning about community relationships informed your understanding of your role and contribution? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387846
    As part of my teaching, I have always believed that building relationships are at the centre of a successful classroom and therefore pedagogical practice.  Over the last two years of teaching this has been reinforced as with positive relationships with students has allowed me to further assist in not only their emotional development, but their intellectual development as well.  Leading from this, I believe that positive relationships with students families allows for a smooth transition between expectations at home and at school.  Throughout these readings, these theories have been further solidified but have also shed light on the role and contribution I should play in the community.

    While my teaching pedagogy already involves building relationships with students and parents, I now believe it is my responsibility to create more in-depth relationship that create a sense of belonging inside and outside the classroom.  This can be achieved by inviting the community into the classroom and building lessons around issues and topics that involve the students and their lives.

    Leading on from this, I believe that I can further develop and grow as a teacher by ensuring I use the community around me.  While it may not seem like it, teaching can be a very lonely career.  Once you walk into the classroom, you become the sole person responsible for these students safety, emotional and intellectual development.  It's important the I used my colleagues to collaborate and even team teach during some lessons.

    Furthermore, the resources covers the importance of relationships with each other because of our relationship with God.  I think it is my responsibility to help students to develop their own relationship with God during pastoral care lessons. ]]>     2022-01-02 00:56:44 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387846     Reflecting on Padlet Resources victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387962 2022-01-02 00:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1970387962 God as the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975630758 2022-01-05 04:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975630758 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975631011 2022-01-05 04:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975631011 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975631726 2022-01-05 04:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975631726 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975632003 2022-01-05 04:03:47 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975632003 Learnings victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975635416 This was the first article I read. It's focus being on exploring the basis that God exists in relationships. While there are many factors that the article focuses on to explore this, I felt that the most impactful point was discussing the trinity in which the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit exist in. The triune was first introduced to me during this course and became an area that I struggled to conceptualise. As I stated in my anecdotes, I strive for an explanation in all areas of my life, I want to understand and and learn from all life experiences. This made the triune a difficult topic to grasp as it is not one in which human beings can understand. It is not to be explained, but believed in with Faith, and represented through your relationship with God. This article started my journey on understanding why community is important and valued in Lutheranism and Lutheran Education.]]> 2022-01-05 04:06:49 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975635416 Created for Relationships victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636009 2022-01-05 04:07:17 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636009 Learnings victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636338 This article further solidified my learnings from the the first article and discussed that humans are meant to build relationships with each other as we're built in God's image, and God is part of the most miraculous relationship of all, the Triune. This article further explained that our relationships with other human beings should be built on the foundation of our relationship with God. ]]> 2022-01-05 04:07:35 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636338 Humans are called by God victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636790 2022-01-05 04:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975636790 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637068 2022-01-05 04:08:19 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637068 Learnings victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637282 As previously stated, I seek to explore an understanding of all new ideas, concepts and challenges I confront through life.  I now have the understanding that I am able to do this because of the gifts that God has given me, and these gifts should be shared with others, so I can share the word of the lord.  This article almost lead a clear pathway of 'expectations' that god has for his creation.  The first being that "we are called to be creates, to recall our basic connectedness with the rest of creation, appreciating and celebrating it".  I felt that this first expectation is often forgotten as humans are negatively affecting God's good creation through the destruction of forests, the production of green house gases into our atmosphere, and the extinction of God's many other creations.  How are we to face God and have an open communication with him when we are mistreating his gifts.

    The second expectation refers to relationships with each other and with God.  It states that "we are called to be human, to be creatures in conversation, responsible because response-able to God".  The simple manner in which they examined this made it clear to me that our communication with each other and God is, in itself, a gift.  That we're able to build relationships brings us closer to each other through God.

    The remainder expectations further support the previous ones focusing on community, taking care of the world that is not ours, but Gods, and, using our God given gifts in the community as acts of service.  I think this links back to creation and that we're not faceless humans that have no purpose, but we're unique individuals that are loved for our distinctive qualities.  These qualities should therefore be shared with others, sharing the word of God, as it is through him, we have been given these gifts.]]>     2022-01-05 04:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637282     God exists in relationships victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637653 2022-01-05 04:08:54 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637653 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637919 2022-01-05 04:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975637919 Learning victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975773579 This article acted as a way to further support topics discussed in the previous literature.  The Bible passages used in reference to community and the relationships that we build because of God had the biggest impact on me.  I often find it difficult to thoroughly understand the Bible and what each passage really means.  I explored the Bible Gateway to find any passages that explore relationships, and that I can understand.  In Genesis 28: 3, 35: 11 and 48: 4, God blesses Israel (God given name) to be fruitful and build his own community. How could these ever be considered anything other than important to Christianity and Lutheranism if God himself, blesses his children with it as a gift? How can we ever treat it as anything other then a blessing to share with God, and in his name, build our own communities.]]> 2022-01-05 06:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975773579 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975778343
    What new learnings have I experienced?  
    Jesus was sent to restore our relationship with God in the new testament.  He is part if the triune and is therefore allows us to communicate with the Father.  It was his grace that sent Jesus to us to clear our sins, opening a channel of communication.  This should be shared and rejoiced in our lives as we build relationships with others.
     
    What learnings have reinforced my current thinking and why?
    That relationships are the foundation on which we grow and develop with God.  They are there because we have been loved, and therefore know how to love.  This has reinforced my current teaching pedagogy, which focuses on building positive relationships and therefore creating a community.
     
    What am I still unsure about?  
    I am still unsure about the triune and how I discuss this with my students.  As it is such a complex topic, how do I emphasise to them that it is not about understanding, but instead about faith.

    Furthermore, does my community have to be in a pre-determined spiritual place, or can my community be placed elsewhere?
     
    How might I find answers to my questions?  
    Talking with and discussing with other colleagues at Trinity, as we're a community and therefore, can support each other.  Reading through scripture and opening a line of communication with God.

    How might this impact my practices or way of being?  
    Understanding that because of God, we are graced with lives that allow us to build relationships and love each other through his love.  Also understanding that we are all broken beings, and need of a saviour.  This means that I should have compassion and forgiveness for others as we're all in need of God, without him, we're weak, without him, we don't have strength.

    How does this impact my teaching? Include reference to the Padlets!  
    I need to be compassionate and caring with students as we're all broken.  Through the development of positive relationships, I can guide students with love to Christ, and help them build a relationship with our Father, as he has built with us.
    ]]>     2022-01-05 06:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975778343     Reflection on Learning victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975778769 2022-01-05 06:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975778769 Practices and Applications at Trinity victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975802670 2022-01-05 06:46:37 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1975802670 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1981990478 Trinity Lutheran College supports our community in a variety of different ways. This is the link to Parents & Friends Auxiliary Page on Trinity Lutheran College website. This foundation supports the wants and needs of both the students and the parents, building relationships that will continue to grow and support our ever increasing community.]]> 2022-01-09 01:45:55 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1981990478 Group Conclusions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1981990859 2022-01-09 01:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1981990859 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982700462 2022-01-09 22:20:38 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982700462 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982701993 The year 8 Christian Studies project had students complete a service for their community. While I do not have the privilege of teaching this subject, I was invited to be apart of many groups community projects. This led me to designing an assessment item for year 9 students where they evaluate the health of a small bushland area within school grounds. When evaluating the health, students have to come to a conclusion about how they could improve the health of their chosen ecosystem. I believe this is part of and linked with taking care of God's creation. In future, this could be improved to look at environments outside of the school, maybe even in their backyard. This starts to bring in the community by making issues relevant to their lives.]]> 2022-01-09 22:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982701993 Remaining Questions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982704254 2022-01-09 22:28:22 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982704254 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982705323 How do I effectively create assessment pieces that are integrated into students lives?
    How do I include parents and caretakers in these assessment items?
    How do I properly describe the Trinity to students?
    How do I assist students build a relationship with God if they have father figure issues in their life?]]>     2022-01-09 22:30:26 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982705323     How does God’s word form and inform Lutheran education communities and my role? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982709305 God's word is the foundation on which Lutheran education is built, as our motto states 'No other foundation, Jesus Christ'.  Our school has built a clear educational pathway that is based around the word of God and is therefore shaped by his word.  However, the Bible is not an instructional manual on how to effectively run a school, but instead, the light in which our relationship with God can further develop and give insight on how to live our lives.  His teachings are embedded in our relationship with students, co-workers and parent, in our teaching pedagogy as we develop various ways in which to inform students and our pastoral care system, as we support and encourage the growth of students unique God given gifts.  


    John 3:16

    16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
    God's word teaches us to approach students with love and forgiveness, as we're all sinners but blessed in God's grace.  

    Corinthians 3:9
    9 For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.
    God's word teaches that we're to be co-creators, and support students as they develop their God given gifts to share with the community.  For as they share these gifts, they spread the word of God.

    Corinthians 3:11
    11 For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.
    God's word teaches that Jesus Christ is our foundation.  We show students that through any changes in their life, through any hardship, if Jesus Christ is our foundation, he gives us strength, for without him, we're weak.

    Genesis 1:27
    27 So God created mankind in his own image,
    God's word teaches us that we're created in his image, and therefore are, built to have a relationship with our creator, as he is in a relationship with the Son and the Holy Spirit.  Through his word, our students will come to understand that the relationships that they build with others will not only given them strength, but will become stronger as they further develop their relationship with God.

    Practical applications of these can be seen through the use of restorative practice to enforce positive behaviour, through connections with the community such as burry the Christmas tree (an event that takes time every year) and through the care and growth of individuality as students choose career pathways that support their individuality and God given gifts.
    ]]>     2022-01-09 22:37:11 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982709305     What are the most significant aspects of Lutheran theology for Lutheran education? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982709602
    The most significant aspects of Lutheran Theology can be seen by the pillars in which our school builds their educational foundation on.  They value community, respect, service and personal excellence.  This is further enhanced in our teaching as we lead with Grace, love, forgiveness and understanding.]]>     2022-01-09 22:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982709602     How do we read the Bible? victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982710807
    In the previous section I discussed the implication that God's word has on Lutheran education.  I think it is therefore important to discuss how the Bible is not a textbook with clear instruction, but a guide that is often interpreted in various different ways. 

    We interpret information based on our life history and what we have experienced.  When we interpret the text, we understand what it means for the individual.  We need to be aware that everyone will have a different interpretation and therefore understand the text differently. 

    To interpret the words of a text we need to consider where it has come from, what those words might mean, and how it has been interpreted in todays world.

    When reading the scripture, we're to consider the worlds of the text.  In this section I will explore this with the story of Jonah as an example.  Most of the information has been gathered from the following website found in the Padlet resources: https://enterthebible.org/courses/jonah/lessons/summary-of-jonah



    Three worlds of the text:
    World Behind the Text:
    The world behind the text asks us to consider the values, beliefs, social hierarchy, relationships, culture and history of time when the text was written.  Does the individual have a relationship with God already? Do they exist in a higher social hierarchy and therefore, is their view of the world and how is works affected by this?  The world in which we live in now is vastly different and such, social customs are different.  If we read through the Bible without considering the environment in which it was written, we risk making one dimensional conclusions that lead to misinterpretation of the scripture.

    We need to ask ourselves when was it written? why was it written? who wrote it? does it have a connection with other scripture? etc.

    Jonah is the fifth of the minor prophets and is asked by God to: 2 “Go to the great city of Nineveh and preach against it, because its wickedness has come up before me.” (Jonah 1:2). He ignored the word of God and ran, being swallowed by a fish during a storm sent by God.  Once saved by this fish he was returned to the shore of Nineveh and spread God's word. Reading this scripture through the bias of my life, I come to the conclusion that God's word must be followed or there will be consequences.  To arcuately understand this scripture and therefore God's word, it is important that we consider the previously asked questions:

    who wrote the passage?
    The author of the book of Jonah is anonymous.

    When was it written?
    Many scholars conclude that the book was written sometime between 785-740 B.C.E

    Why was it written?
    Jonah is about a prophet who rebels against God and flees from God's command. But God redirects the fleeing prophet, who ends up preaching a message that brings the wicked city of Nineveh to repent

    What is the influence of the world behind the text?
    This is the first prophet in which God asks to leave Hebrew and speak to a Gentile City.  A city known for their cruelty and unfaithful behaviour.  They were considered a city of terrorist as they tortured, murdered and made slaves of people they conquered.




    World of the Text:
    The world of the text asks us to consider the words on the page, it asks us to consider the genre.  Has the scripture been written as a parable? Has it been written as an accurate retelling of history? etc.  Taking each story literally, without considering who wrote the the scripture and the perspective of the writer, leads to arguments/ discussions that focus on the accuracy of the details, and less on the intended meaning.

    What imagery has been used?

    I. Jonah Rebels and Flees (1:1-2:17)
    Jonah is called by God to preach to Nineveh, but instead flees in the opposite direction. God sends a storm to stop Jonah and a big fish to save Jonah when Jonah is thrown into the ocean.

    II. Jonah's Song (2:1-10)
    In the belly of the fish, Jonah sings a song of thanksgiving.

    III. Jonah in Nineveh (3:1-10)
    Jonah is delivered to Nineveh, where he preaches a short sermon and the entire wicked city repents. God does not destroy the city.

    IV. Jonah's Lesson (4:1-11)
    Jonah is angry that God spared the city, so he asks to die. God tries to teach Jonah that God loves all creatures--even sinners.

    What is the influence of the world of the text?
    The narrative of Jonah presents the reader with a deeper understanding of God's forgiveness and his mercy as, despite human weakness, God is able to use Jonah in his service.  Additionally, the scripture indicates that we're all saved by God's grace through the imagery of the fish and then Jonah praying.
    " As long as there is something more important than God to your heart, you will be, like Jonah, both fragile and self-righteous. Whatever it is, it will create pride and an inclination to look down upon those who do not have it. It will also create fear and insecurity." file:///C:/Users/CLEV/Downloads/excerpts_from_The_Prodigal_Prophet.pdf
    It is Jonah's pride that leads him away from God and therefore our pride that does the same.




    World in Front of the Text:
    The world in front of the text asks us to consider how the scripture may have been interpreted over time.  How is the text being used within communities? How does this affect the way in which we interpret God's word? How can we interpret the text differently? etc. 

    One might think that comparing the world we live in to today to the one that existed when the scripture was written may the be pathway to understanding.  However, I believe that that is too broad.  Each line we read, each word we hear and each conclusion we make is coloured by the lens in which our lives have been formed.  My story and life experience is different to others, an important part of our creation as unique individuals.  With this experience, comes bias that colour every individuals interpretation.  To believe yours is the only interpretation, or the only correct interpretation is to believe that you're above all others.  When reading through the scripture, you have to consider what the words mean in the time they were written, and how this can be explained in today's society.

    The story of Jonah finished with the following line:
    Jonah 4:11
    11 Should I not have concern for the great city of Nineveh, in which there are more than a hundred and twenty thousand people who cannot tell their right hand from their left—and also many animals?”
    At the time the scripture was written, it is asked that Jonah questions his beliefs on who deserves God's mercy. 

    What is the influence of the world in front the text?
    In today's society, we're faced with vastly different challenges that require different solutions.  When reading through this text, we have to understand the importance of the task that God asked Jonah to complete and be able to interpret that information in today's standards.  As previously stated, the city of Nineveh was considered one of the most ruthless places in the world, where they worshiped a false God and completed terrible sins.  For most people, this isn't going to be an easy comparison in our daily lives.  Instead, we should take the overarching morals and apply it to our lives.  God's word is gracious, God's word is final, God's word is mercy and forgiveness.  We are to serve only He who has resolved us of our sins and saves us.
    ]]>     2022-01-09 22:39:56 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982710807     Australians view of God victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982719831 2022-01-09 22:59:31 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982719831 Group Discussion victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982719907 2022-01-09 22:59:43 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982719907 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720120 2022-01-09 23:00:08 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720120 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720218 2022-01-09 23:00:24 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720218 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720311 2022-01-09 23:00:36 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982720311 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982729726 This Website:
    http://ife.qld.edu.au/interpreting-the-bible/

    • The Bible can be interpreted in a variety of ways because there are gaps in the text
    • If you're unfamiliar with the specific religious terminology, the text can be confusing and make no sense
    • Many times, if the context is unknown, the text is difficult top interpret
    • Quote from the Text: On one level the Bible is God’s word to us. At the same time, it was not written to us in the first instance. We join the conversation much later and we come to it from a different time and place than the people who first wrote the texts and who first received them.
    • The World behind the text: the time and culture in which the text was written (its historical and cultural context), what has gone before, what occasioned the writing of the text. Why did Paul write to the Corinthians? Why did people tell the creation stories of Genesis? What was going on in the times of the various prophets that gave rise to their oracles? All of these questions relate to what might be called ‘the world behind the text’: the world that gave rise to the text.  (this considers the context in which the text is written)


    This Website:
    http://religioncurriculump-12.weebly.com/questions-around-the-three-worlds-of-the-text.html

    • We interpret information based on our life history and what we have experienced.  We understand the text when we interpret what it means for the individual.  We need to be aware that everyone will have a different interpretation and therefore understand the text differently.  
    • To interpret the words of a text we need to consider where it has come from, what those words might mean, and how it has been interpreted in todays world.
    • We need to consider all of the worlds when we interpret and read the Bible.  If we only look through one approach, our explanation will be one dimensional instead of multi-dimensional.
    • The World Behind the text: The cultural world of the time when we the text was written (consider their values, beliefs, social hierarchy, relationships between people in the story and their existing relationship with God and Religion).  Context on culture and history
    • The World of the text:
      - Genre
      - The words on the page.  How the author has constructed those words to give an understanding.  About the words and the structure
    • The World in Front of the text:
      - How this text has been interpreted over time and how this might be used in the religious community
      - How the text is being used will influence the way in which we interpret the text.  
      - Investigating contemporary biblical scholarship we can interpret text differently and more appropriately for today's audience
      - We all bring our own interpretation
    • How we read the Bible:
      - Taking the text literally is not the way to interpret the information.  You have to consider the way the text is written (poem, script, story etc.) and how the information is being interpreted based on when it was written and your understanding.
    • Jonah and the story:
      - The story begins; Jonah has been told to go and bless his worst enemy
      - Is this story an accurate re-telling or is it a story that has been told to people ask them to question their own beliefs and opinions


    This Website:
    https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-11-07/religion-in-australia-is-unlike-anywhere-else-in-the-world/11652442?nw=0&r=HtmlFragment

    • While the event was celebrated, it is not considered a traditionally religious event.
    • The Bride and the Groom celebrated a mix between a traditional wedding and a modern wedding
    • 30% of Australians do not consider themselves religious
    • Australia might be seen as a multicultural society, but not a multi-religious society
    • Many young Australians consider themselves spiritual, but do not assign to a specific religion.  Only a small percentage of the population consider themselves non-religious


    This Website:
    https://mccrindle.com.au/insights/blogarchive/faith-belief-and-churchgoing-in-australia/

    • The amount of Australians who identify has as religious has decreased over the past decade.
    • A lot of young Australians do not believe in a "God"
    ]]>     2022-01-09 23:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1982729726     victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1983025522 2022-01-10 04:11:51 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1983025522 Reflections on learning victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1989711282 2022-01-13 06:20:58 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1989711282 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1989753870 In this section, I learn that through God's word, through his love and through his grace, we're able to face any troubling problem or circumstance.  To understand his teachings, we have to understand the complex nature of the Bible, learning to interpret information through a variety of perspectives that will continue to shape our understanding.  Furthermore, we need to be aware that even after we look at the worlds of the text, our perspective will not be the only perspective.

    Taking an educational point of view, this can be further examined by how our students learn. Each student interprets information differently based on their past experiences. Some students already dislike you before they even meet you as they have had negative experiences with the subject or school. We need to follow God's teaching and continue to show forgiveness and understanding to those students.]]>     2022-01-13 06:57:36 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1989753870     Reflections on Classroom Practices victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991723305 2022-01-14 05:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991723305 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991733971
    The Bible can, and should be used throughout our daily lives to further our connection with God and to learn from his teachings.  While I do not have the pleasure of teaching subjects such as Christian Studies, I can take these practices into Pastoral Care.  Understanding the complex nature of the Bible, I can interpret the information and project this to students in a way they're able to connect with and use in their lives.

    Taking a more abstract approach, when teaching difficult concepts in science, I should approach the content from various different ways to ensure that my students have the tools to conceptualise the work.  Just like reading through the Bible, it is imperative that I take the time to examine and learn a variety of different perceptions of the same information.  While this is already in practice in my classroom as I create differentiated tasks so students of all levels are able to access the work, there are still improvements that can be made.]]>     2022-01-14 05:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991733971     Remaining Questions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991734099 2022-01-14 05:31:38 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991734099 Remaining Questions victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991735042 2022-01-14 05:32:49 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991735042 Classroom Application victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991735550 2022-01-14 05:33:27 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991735550 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991738010 How can I properly express the complexity of the Bible to my students?
    As I have certain life experiences, so my students, how do I connect with these to make God's work more applicable to them?]]>     2022-01-14 05:36:15 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991738010     Padlet Resource Notes and Reflections victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991738388 2022-01-14 05:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991738388 Group Four Session Activities victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991778544 2022-01-14 06:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991778544 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991778795 2022-01-14 06:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991778795 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991779082 2022-01-14 06:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991779082 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991779535 2022-01-14 06:25:16 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991779535 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991780018 2022-01-14 06:25:44 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/1991780018 victoriaclements https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/2000158815 2022-01-19 11:29:22 UTC https://padlet.com/victoriaclements/f8pnt2g8jnsf2x3y/wish/2000158815