Year: 2023
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: P-12 Christian schools are faced with the challenge of assessing spiritual formation. This research aims to understand the perceptions of spiritual formation assessment, describe the difficulties related to this form of evaluation, and make practical suggestions for next steps. Through survey and interview, we gained the perspective of individuals working in P-12 schools. Findings show that there are currently gaps and needs between: (1) mission and vision statements regarding spiritual formation and what is being practiced, (2) biblical integration both in content and in pedagogy, (3) godly relationships with students as an indispensable key in the formation of students spiritually, (4) some individuals educators not knowing how or reluctant to measure the heart, and (5) the desire for better assessment methods for this task. Practical steps towards a qualitative assessment of spiritual formation within individuals schools are offered.
Authors: Amy H Bagby, James Drexler
Institution: Covenant College
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4389270395