Biola University School of Education

Have you heard the Biola University news? In the first giveaway of its kind at Biola, they are giving away FREE four-year tuition to an incoming undergraduate student! If you know of someone who should apply to Biola, spread the news and make sure they apply by December 1, so they can enter in to win. And that's not all three runner-ups will receive two Believe Key Disneyland passes, giving them and a friend a year of free access to the world’s happiest place. Let someone you know who should win the ultimate Biola experience! Learn more here: https://www.biola.edu/giveaways

That’s why it’s good to have a big list of recommendations for all interests and we’ve got you covered! As it can sometimes be challenging for educators to encourage their students to read on their own time and outside of the classroom, WeAreTeachers shares a helpful list of captivating books that one can share with students. Read more here:

When you come across a research finding that seems promising, test it on a low-stakes lesson in your own classroom. In this podcast episode, Cult of Pedagogy shares insight on how educators can learn to effectively find and apply academic research publications to the classroom. Read more here:

Tomorrow begins a free online conference for Christian Educators the Rise Up Summit. There are several Biola alumni speaking, as well as an information session for the School of Education on Friday night. Join 9,000 Christian teachers who teach in public schools across the country that have signed up so far for the summit! Learn more and sign up here:

So, allow me to challenge you, brothers and sisters in Christ, to consider what changes you can make this year to allow God to direct your choices in the classroom. CEAI Christian Educators Association International shares valuable and encouraging insight on how educators are not simply just teachers, but rather, are a walking and talking example of what Christ can do for students. Read more here:

You can use these details to complement more personal narratives. As the competitive college admissions season slowly approaches, WeAreTeachers shares valuable tips and pieces of advice on how educators can learn to write effective and sincere recommendation letters. Read more here:

Did you know the School of Education has 19 graduate-level courses available this summer? Consider taking a class during summer at Biola! Click the link below to learn more.

I wondered if I had formulated incorrect assumptions about other students, especially those of different cultural or linguistic backgrounds. Dean of the School of Education June Hetzel shares the reminder that we must strive to become prudent teachers that practice humility, discretion and circumspection. Read more from CEAI Christian Educators Association International here:

As Christian educators, we are called to be one in Christ through our actions and our words. Associate Professor of Education Mickie Wong-Lo shares on CEAI Christian Educators Association International that Christian educators should be aware and mindful of the significant impact that word choices have on others. Read more here:

Especially if we use SEL thoughtfully, systematically, and with the goal of promoting educational equity. WeAreTeachers shares five ways that engaging in social and emotional learning can help your classroom feel more inclusive and like a community. Read more here:

These hard life lessons have made many students realize how important it is to understand how to effectively manage their money. As students all over the country have endured economic challenges from the pandemic, WeAreTeachers shares valuable insight on the benefits of carving out time to talk about financial literacy. Read more here:

About two in ten districts have already adopted, plan to adopt, or are considering adopting virtual school as part of their district portfolio. As schools all over the country have responded to the pandemic in various ways, RAND Corporation shares interesting findings from the First American School District Survey on why remote learning is here to stay. Read more here: