The Christian Education Podcast: Recent Episodes
Paul Matthews
King Solomon writes that ”it is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out.”
Education is a glorious and royal journey of deepening our understanding of God and his world. Whether a parent, teacher, or church member, we are called to guide the next generation of students through this journey.
Sam Burrows joins me to discuss his recent Christian Teachers Journal article titled 'Authenticity, formation, and the multiverse'
Anna joins me to discuss human flourishing in a tech world.
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Mark Spencer joins me to discuss the hot topic of religious freedom in Australia.
Mark brings draws from his wealth of knowledge to explain what religious freedom is, what it isn't, and why Christian educators should be aware of this area.
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David joins me to discuss the vast cultural changes we have seen in the past decades, and how Christians and Christian schools can navigate our modern age.
David's book is available here - this is also where you can use the 40% discount code he gives you during our discussion.
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Chris joins me to discuss the importance of communication in education and practical strategies teachers can use to improve communication.
Chris' Website: https://www.chriscipollone.com/
Chris' Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2lkI6ONA42Kx8IxgsaiBnR
My Newsletter, the AI for Teachers Weekly Digest: https://paulmatthews.substack.com/p/five-ways-to-leverage-ai-in-your
In this thought-provoking discussion, we delve into the captivating realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on Christian education. My guest, Dave Youl, brings a wealth of expertise, having dedicated years to Christian education before transitioning into IT consultancy.
Links
Dave's Website: https://navigateeducationservices.com.au/
Dave's blog on ChatGPT: https://navigateeducationservices.com.au/chat-gpt/
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I am joined by Catherine Green to discuss how we can build cultures of joy, responsibility and connection by loving our students well.
This discussion is based on an article in the May 2023 Christian Teachers Journal.
In her article, Catherine reviews the book Loving our Students on Purpose by Bernii Godwin, a great resource that we discuss at length during this episode.
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Today I am joined by Christine Hibma, principal of the Leongatha campus of Chairo Christian School. Using educational experience and biblical wisdom, Christine discusses Chairo's new student wellbeing framework.
This discussion is based on an article in the May 2023 Christian Teachers Journal.
All opinions expressed in this discussion are our own.
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Stephen McAlpine joins me to discuss youth mental health and anxiety.
This discussion is based on her article in the May 2023 Christian Teachers Journal.
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Ruth Watson joins me to discuss how she has instilled worshipful practices within her maths teaching.
This discussion is based on her article in the May 2023 Christian Teachers Journal.
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Tom Mahoney joins me to discuss how we can reframe parent-teacher interviews.
This conversation is based on Tom's article in the upcoming edition of the Christian Teachers Journal.
All opinions expressed in this discussion are our own.
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Tim Allchin joins me to discuss how learning AUSLAN can be a means of loving the marginalised and practicing love.
Tim is the RTO manager at Rangers TEC, a campus of Mount Evelyn Christian School especially designed for hands-on learners to study at Year 10, 11 & 12.
All opinions expressed in this discussion are our own.
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Daniel Sih joins me to discuss how we can clear away the clutter and make space in our lives.
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The article that I am reading can be found here: https://ap.org.au/2023/03/01/the-kind-of-christian-bubble-that-god-loves/
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Today Jacob Skierka joins me to discuss ChatGPT.
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Ploductivity by Douglas Wilson: https://www.amazon.com/Ploductivity-Practical-Theology-Work-Wealth/dp/1947644041
Simon Matthews joins me to discuss how schools and individuals can navigate conflict with wisdom and grace.
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Today I am joined by Stephen McAlpine for a discussion about the recent inquiry into faith-based schools by the Australian Law Reform Commission.
You can see Steve's post here: https://stephenmcalpine.com/the-australian-law-reform-commission-has-christian-schools-in-its-sights/
Every school is a religious school: https://au.thegospelcoalition.org/article/every-school-is-a-religious-school/
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Today Danielle Terceiro joins me to discuss how we teach science in Christian schools.
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Today I am joined by Michael Street, a historian, history teacher, and father of five.
Our discussion ranges from the development in history teaching over the decades to why history is a vital discipline for any well rounded civilization.
All views expressed in this episode are our own.
Today I am joined by Dr. Roger Fernando.
Roger brings a wealth of experience to this discussion, having taught science at Mount Evelyn Christian School for over 40 years.
Roger argues that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are all gifts given to us by God. When use well, we can use these gifts to restore peace and reduce suffering for those around us.
All views expressed in this episode are our own.
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Jordan Scott joins the Christian Education Podcast to discuss his path towards partnering with a Christian school in the education of his sons.
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Today I am joined by James Parker to discuss how Christian schools can be communities that listen, love, and lead.
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Welcome to another installment in the 'from the pen' series.
This article was originally published online with the Gospel Coalition Australia, and can be found here.
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Stephen McAlpine joins me to discuss the state of Christianity and the future of Christian education.
Steve's writing can be found here and his new podcast, Delorian Philosophy, can be found wherever you get your podcasts!
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Jacob Skierka joins me to discuss his career change from law to education.
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This article was originally published in the Christian Teachers Journal in February 2022.
Below are the references referred to in the article:
Edlin, R. J. (1999). The cause of Christian education. National Institute for Christian Education.
Eidelman, S., & Crandall, C. S. (2012). Bias in favor of the status quo. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 6(3), 270-281.
Hanscamp, M., Clarke, D., Mustin, A., & Parker, C. (2019). Transformation by design: Crafting informational learning. Christian Education National.
Lewis, C. S. (2001). Mere Christianity. Zondervan.
McCormick, C. B., Dimmitt, C. A., & Sullivan, F. R. (2013). Metacognition, learning, and instruction. In
J. K. A. Smith (2016), You are what you love: The spiritual power of habit. Brazos Press.
Wilson, D. (1999). The paideia of God and other essays on education. Canon Press & Book Service.
Yancey, K. (1998). Getting beyond exhaustion: Reflection, self-assessment, and learning. The Clearing House, 72, 13-17
Kyle Fifield returns to discuss thinking routines.
A thinking routine is a set of questions or a brief sequence of steps used to scaffold and support student thinking, and these routines can shape our lessons and our students.
Below are is list of the thinking routines that we mention during this discussion:
- Claim/Support/Question
- Think/Pair/Share
- What makes you say that?
- Chalk Talk
- I used to think.... But now I think....
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I knew that school uniforms were controversial before this discussion, but the extent of the controversy amazed me!
Simon Matthews, Executive Principal of Chairo Christian School, stated that "for every meeting I with families about school fees or curriculum content, I have ten that are about uniform.."
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In this episode of the Christian Education Podcast, I launch a new series entitled From the Pen. This series contains excerpts of my writing on the topic of Christian Education.
My goal for this series is the same as my long-form discussions: to grow the kingdom of God and to spread awareness of and passion for Christian education.
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Kyle Fifield, the head of Humanities at Calvin Christian School, joins me to discuss how educators can utilise time to form students who love God, his world, and those around them.
As Christians, we know that Jesus is sitting on his throne in heaven as king over everyone and everything. It is our duty to ensure we shape our time in a way that honours the King.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- You are what you love - James K. A. Smith
- On Christian teaching - David Smith
Tim Caughey, director of Endeavour Community Relations and Development, joins me to discuss how to foster healthy school communities.
For more information about Tim and his work, visit https://www.endeavourcrd.com.au
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In this episode of the Christian Education Podcast, Simon Matthews joins me in discussing how we can lead students to love education.
Simon has been a classroom teacher, a principal, a CEO, and currently serves as the Executive Principal of Chairo Christian School.
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This episode of the Christian Education Podcast features a discussion with Stephen Matthews.
Education can truly be a herculean task.
The teacher must manage marking, staff meetings, pastoral care meetings, duties, and professional development all while trying to craft transformational learning experiences and create meaningful relationships.
The Christian teacher is gifted with so many opportunities to do good, although if our schedule gets out of hand then it can be hard to maintain our perspective and see these opportunities.
If you have found yourself wondering how you could possibly manage your teaching load and stay sane, then you will be encouraged and informed by this episode.
This episode of the Christian Education Podcast features a discussion with Scott Ambrose.
Scott is the principal of Calvin Christian School and draws upon his 25 years of educational experience during our conversation.
Below are some of the critical ideas, biblical texts, and resources mentioned in our discussion:
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 ESV
“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. [5] You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. [6] And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. [7] You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. [8] You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. [9] You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.
Luke 2:52 ESV
And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favour with God and man.
Luke 6:40 ESV
A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.
- G. K. Chesterton – “Education is simply the soul of a society as it passes from one generation to another.”
- James K. A. Smith, You Are What You Love
- Abraham Kuyper - “There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over all, does not cry, Mine!”
- An article I wrote recently outlining the idea that every school is in the grip of deep religio-philosophical convictions: https://caldronpool.com/every-school-is-a-religious-school/
- A brief description of Hattie’s Visible Learning including learning intentions an success criteria.
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