This recording includes four presentations: Grade 1: Ready or Not? When and How to Dismiss a Teacher The Manipulative Parent The Dress CodeQuestions regarding these topics were dealt with in the panel discussion:https://thedockforlearning.org/audiovideo/dealing-with-dilemmas-panel-discussion/

Though teaching is not primarily about the teacher, teachers should pay attention to their personal strengths and weakness to order to fulfill God's calling in their lives.

When we are convinced that God orchestrates all the events of our lives, we are able to enter new levels of worshipful adoration for Him. Both pain and pleasure tempt us to serve other gods, but when we take them to the altar of worship, we grow in Christlikeness.

Each teacher will tend to emphasize either knowledge, feelings or activity. Be conscious of these three aspects of a person and work to engage each of them. This is the theory behind Mr. Kauffman's talk on keeping your teaching fresh. He then gives practical ideas of things to do in your classroom.

A series of reflections for novice teachers on the privilege of teaching.

How can we effectively minister to those different from ourselves? How can we learn from the mass culture while not conforming to their ways? What are the important steps in understanding a culture? How can Mennonites, as a sub-culture, relate to and impact the mass culture in urban America? How can

This presentation explores the attitudes, actions and applications of the fruit of the Spirit.

If the purpose of your school is to bring people to Christ, why worry about academics? Matt challenges this view, and calls us to see Christian education as excellent education.This excerpt was taken from a longer talk, Supporting the Parents and Selling the Church, presented at Teachers Week 2018.

Sometimes family may feel second place when there are so many other needs and obligations. How can we involve our family while keeping our priorities in right order? Ladies only.

Drawing on the teaching ministry of Jesus, participants discuss signs of attitude issues versus learning disabilities, and responses that honor parents, teachers, and students. Compassion, says Jonathan, is required for even the unwilling student.Courtesy Western Fellowship Teachers' Institute.

The text of Psalm 119:145-152, sung acapella. The arrangement is by Michael Owens and Frederick Steinruck. The text: I cried with my whole heart; Hear me, O Lord: I will keep thy statutes. I cried unto thee; save me, And I shall keep thy testimonies. I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried

All around us are searching faces. Jesus encountered them, too. Lovingly He reached into dark places to bring healing and hope into the lives of women just like you, inviting them to pursue their own special passions. In your uniqueness, God has placed specific gifts to use in touching hearts around

In a multi-session workshop, Ed deals with general teaching techniques and attitudes, as well as specific solutions for students' needs.Courtesy FBEP.

The ability to disciple students comes with knowing ourselves, knowing our students well, and maintaining appropriate policies. Courtesy FBEP.

In spite of current trends, respect is not out of date. All of us are called to treat one another with respect. In these three sessions, Neal explores practical and motivational aspects of this basic principle of relationships.

Before the Bible was cannonized, decisions were based on the authority of the church fathers. The call of the Protestant Reformation was the absolute authority of Scripture. Today we see people interpret Scripture many different ways. How do we navigate the differences, both in views of the Scriptur

How we finish is more important than how we start. Pressing on in the face of difficulty is the mark of a strong teacher. What are some ways we can stay sane and whole when it feels like insanity would be an easy option?

Many feel the local church should have little input or influence in a believer’s business. Let business be business and keep it separate from the brotherhood. But is this correct? What if God desires that our businesses do more than just produce money? This session will take a closer look at our vis

We all admire and appreciate the fruit of careful, rigorous training, whether in artisans, athletes, chefs, craftsmen, neurosurgeons, or preachers. We recognize, at least partially, the sacrificial dedication required to produce the behavior we appreciate. What happens when we apply our best sacrifi

The Anabaptists believed in the centrality of Jesus' life and teachings in their understanding of scripture and how they should live. In this talk, learn how this makes a difference in our lives today.