Bringing Religious Literacy to the Classroom

• Utgivningsdatum: 2027-02-15
• Mått: 152 x 229 x undefined mm
• Format: Häftad
• Språk: Engelska
• Antal sidor: 258
• Förlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• ISBN: 9781041213598

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• Religion: allmänt

Tim Hall is an experienced curriculum leader, educator, and academic specializing in K–12 social studies education. He currently serves as the Principal of Vance County Early College High School and the K–12 Social Studies Instructional Coordinator for Vance County Schools in North Carolina, where he supports teachers in creating inquiry-driven, culturally responsive, and globally competent classrooms. A nationally recognized presenter on religious literacy and global competence, he is the 2025–26 recipient of the National Council for the Social Studies Religious Literacy Award.

“Bringing Religious Literacy to the Classroom: Global Competence for K–12 Social Studies encourages purposeful integration of teaching about religion as an essential context for classroom instruction. It is a much-needed encouragement for social studies and humanities educators to incorporate this more meaningfully into instruction.” - Gretchyn Bedard, Social Studies Educator, Crossroads Arts & Science Early College“In an increasingly interconnected world, Bringing Religious Literacy to the Classroom provides social studies classroom teachers and teacher educators the approachable guide they need for understanding and implementing the delicate and necessary religious literacy skills necessary to navigate today’s complex religious landscape.”- Blake Busbin, State Education Specialist“Approaching religion in the classroom can be daunting. This book is an accessible, practical guide to navigating today’s legal, pedagogical, and cultural landscape that will give teachers and school administrators the confidence and tools to get started.”- Daniel del Nido, Education Program Assistant Director, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious UnderstandingDr. Tim Hall provides teachers with an integrated framework for learning and teaching about lived religion. Dr. Hall’s approach marries cultural and global competence with knowledge of key religious practices. This approachable text centers the experiences of teachers, making the text practical and supremely useful.- Shanan Fitts, Appalachian State University“Tim Hall, Ph.D., has created this much-needed guide for teachers across grade levels, interested in enhancing religious literacy education. Using current research and classroom anecdotes, Dr. Hall offers essential theoretical and pedagogical information, as well as practical teacher resources. Highly recommended.”- Vicki Garlock, Founder, World Religions 4 Kids“Tim Hall’s work is an important contribution to K-12 religious literacy education. This book stands out for its consistent focus on the needs and concerns of classroom teachers – Tim meets teachers where they are, helping them bring religious diversity to life for their students.”- Henry Goldschmidt, Interfaith Center of New York“Navigating complex cultural landscapes is vital for our pluralistic democracy. Hall beautifully pairs religious literacy with global competence, delivering actionable, research-backed strategies that empower teachers to drive structured, deep inquiry, critical thinking, and mutual respect.”- Joe Schmidt, National Social Studies Leader, Advocate, & Enthusiast“Religious literacy is an essential skill for students of all ages. This educator-focused introduction to frameworks of religious literacy education addresses common concerns in real classroom situations with practical advice, equipping teachers with tools to tackle this complex, yet essential, topic. “- Kate E. Soules, Executive Director, Religion & Education Collaborative

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