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Book Review - Everyday Christian Teaching: A Guide To Practicing Faith In The Classroom, Greg Veltman

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

A review of Smith, D. I. (2025). Everyday Christian teaching: A guide to practicing faith in the classroom. Eerdmans. (ISBN: 9780802883001. Softcover. 227 pages.)

Effects Of An International Teaching Experience On Pre-Service Teacher Self-Efficacy, Janet George, Jared Johnston

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

This study investigated the effect of faculty mentoring on the self-efficacy beliefs of pre-service teacher (PST) candidates. Between 2023 and 2024, eight PSTs took part in a two-week international teaching experience. The overall experience was built on Bandura’s sources of self-efficacy (1997). For the study, we used Tschannen-Moran and Woolfolk-Hoy’s Teacher Sense of Self-Efficacy Scale (1998) to measure the PSTs’ sense of self-efficacy before and after the experience. We utilized a convergent mixed-methods research design to gain a comprehensive understanding of the effect of faculty mentoring upon the PSTs’ sense of self-efficacy. The results of our study showed that faculty …

Can We Digitize A Soul? A Study Of Ai And Ethics, Spirituality, And Humanity, Debra S. Espinor, W. Scot Headley, Linda Samek

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

The rapid advancement of computing technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping both society and the educational landscape. This study examines faculty experiences and attitudes toward the role of AI in teaching and research within the distinct context of Christian higher education. While recognizing the potential of AI to drive educational innovation, this research also addresses significant faculty concerns regarding the implications for academic integrity, critical thinking, and intellectual property. Specifically, the study investigates faculty perspectives on data security and privacy, the reproduction of creative expression in art and music, and the broader impact of AI on the liberal …

Teacher Identity Formation In A Christian University: Expectations And Experiences, Heather J. S. Birch

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

This qualitative phenomenological study examines the alignment between applicants’ expectations and graduating candidates’ lived experiences in a teacher education program at a Christian university. Drawing on data from 166 participants collected during application interviews and final capstone conversations, the research explores how candidates anticipated and later reflected on the program’s faith integration, community, and professional formation. Findings reveal that most candidates’ expectations were met or exceeded, highlighting three key shifts: faith experienced as lived values within an inclusive community; unexpected depth of relational support from faculty and peers; and meaningful professional and personal growth rooted in the faith-explicit context. The …

Using Storytelling Of Incarnational Encounters To Disrupt Narratives Of Otherness In Teacher Education, Tina Marie Keller

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

The incarnation is the ultimate illustration of crossing the chasm between two groups. God's choosing to become flesh tells us of his nature, love, and desire to redeem humanity. Jesus Christ alone is incarnate; however, in history, there have been individuals who have stepped outside the norm and have encountered those unlike themselves, humbly modeled after Christ’s incarnation. Incarnational encounters are the stories of people, whom society deems to be in opposition, finding the imagination to attempt to follow the incarnation of Jesus. For Christian preservice teachers, the model of incarnation is a biblical foundation that can guide the ways …

An Editorial: If I Should Fall, Patrick Otto, David Weir

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

Abstract

The future of Christian higher education will be determined by whether today’s leaders can identify and train successors who are called to the mission and vision of each institution. The task of transitioning to a new generation of leaders has become more complicated as research shows that the church in America is in decline. The increased use of adjuncts adds to the dilemma because it takes time and a single-minded focus to prepare high-level leaders.

We are at a critical time finding the right people to replace the Baby Boomer generation, which has led well past retirement age. As …

From The Editor, Sean Schat

International Christian Community of Teacher Educators Journal

Our editorial team is excited to share this issue with you. We have a good balance of theoretical essays, research articles, and book reviews.

Theoretical Essays

• In An Editorial: If I Should Fail, Patrick Otto and David Weir (Oral Roberts University) explore the emerging leadership crisis in Christian higher education, drawing on a compelling naval metaphor to navigate the complexities of leadership transitions and the need for new leaders.

• In Using Storytelling of Incarnational Encounters to Disrupt Narratives of Otherness in Teachers Education, Tina Marie Keller (Messiah University) introduces and explores the concept of incarnational encounters, moments “when individuals …

Your Voice Matters: Get Involved With Gsc, Casey Johnson-Pasqua, Rebecca Rydstrom

Staff Professional Development Week

Alumni Relations’ Rebecca Rydstrom and Youth Programs’ Casey Johnson-Pasqua, GSC’s Governance and Elections committee reps, will lead this session, which will focus on how staff can turn ideas into action by getting involved with the Gallaudet Staff Council (GSC). We’ll share what GSC does, what being a representative looks like, and how staff can step into these roles to help shape our campus community.

Determinants Of Mlb Win Percentage, Emerson Michael Richmond Dennis

Linfield University Student Symposium: A Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Achievement

Professional sports are a really good way to look at economic behavior, because teams act like firms that are trying to turn resources into results. In Major League Baseball (MLB), the main goal for every team is simple: win games. But the way teams try to get there can be very different. Some teams spend a lot of money on payroll to bring in top players, while others focus more on efficiency, player development, and analytics.

This leads to a bigger economic question: is success mostly driven by how much money a team spends, or by how efficiently they use …

Soil Pests Of Corn, Francis Reay-Jones, Tim Bryant, Igor Schardong

Agronomic Crops

Corn rootworms, seed corn maggot, wireworms, and white grubs are sporadic insect pests of corn in the southeastern U.S. The immature stages of these species are subterranean, allowing them to feed on the roots of corn. The purpose of this publication is to provide growers, Extension agents, consultants, and other agricultural professionals an overview of the most common soil insect pests and how to control them.

Creating Happiness As A Practice Protocol, Oliva Mcleod Straine

Virginia Dental Journal

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Actions In Brief Of The Board Of Directors January 16-18, 2014

Virginia Dental Journal

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Give Kids A Smile!, Jessica Park

Virginia Dental Journal

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Looking Around The Corner On Oral Health Care Delivery, David C. Sarrett Dmd

Virginia Dental Journal

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First Chair To Support Program, Honor Mentor, A. Omar Abubaker Dmd, Phd

Virginia Dental Journal

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Missions Of Mercy 15th Anniversary Looking Back And Looking Forward

Virginia Dental Journal

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Inspiring An Engaged Membership, Jeremy C. Jordan Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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2014 Virginia Meeting

Virginia Dental Journal

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Dentists Can Spot Deadly Disorder, Michael O. Mcmunn Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Pathology Puzzler, John A. Svirsky Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Vda Membership Task Force Summary Report- An Assessment Of Factors Related To Non-Renewal Of Vda Membership- Part I, Julie M. Coe Dds, Ms, Mba, Al M. Best Phd, Alfred J. Certosimo Dmd, Kyle L. Coble Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Doctor, Where Do You Stand?, Daniel L. Orr Ii, Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Ethics- If The Shoe Were On The Other Foot, A. Garrett Gouldin Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Vadpac And The Vda, 2014- A Successful Legislative Session!, Bruce Hutchison Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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The Virginia Dental Political Action Committee (Vadpac) Contribution Update, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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The Storm, Robert B. Allen Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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2014 Legislation Centers Around One Core Principle- Increasing Access To Dental Care For Virginia’S Most Vulnerable Citizens, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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Why Palpate?, Marvin E. Pizer Dds, Ms, Ma, Ficd

Virginia Dental Journal

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Message From The Editor, Richard F. Roadcap Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Understanding And Navigating The Storms Of Change In Our Profession, James Schroeder

Virginia Dental Journal

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