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Adventist Business Curricula - Taking Mission to Market Tertiary-LifelongHow can Adventist colleges and universities revise their business curricula in the New Millennium? Adventist business programs should identify core values, enrich the curriculum, and meet market needs. -
Adventist Education Research Topics Tertiary-LifelongLooking for a research topic on Adventist Education? Examine this list compiled by Dr H. Rasi in 1995, from suggestions by Adventist world education leaders. Know of research on one of these topics? SUBMIT research report information through CIRCLE. -
Advertising and Power in Consumer Society - Commitment or Indifference? TertiaryThis is a work about advertising and its implications in society and aims to discuss the inversion of roles and values of individuals in their relations with the environment in which they live and act. Based on bibliographic research and non-systematic analysis... -
An Effective Marketing Plan for Home Economics Grade 9-LifelongWhat kind of marketing strategies can help dispel the misconception that home economics is merely training for homemaking? Four strategies for marketing home economics are suggested. Making the subject relevant to the lives of young people requires innovation... -
An investigation to determine the role classroom teachers play in recruitment Kindergarten-Grade 12[Ch IV – Conclusions and Recommendations] This study was undertaken to determine as far as possible: (1) the reasons which teen-agers and others have for not looking toward teaching as an appealing career, (2) the major reasons teen-agers... -
An Open Letter Kindergarten-LifelongDo you like what you see when you drive up to your school? A school's physical plant is sometimes its best recruiting tool. Shared here are simple ideas on how schools can cultivate an attractive and welcoming climate outside, for the entrance, throughout... -
Are Your Constituents Buying a Pig in a Poke? Tertiary-LifelongAdventist parents, ministers, academy teachers and union executives often don't really know what is happening at the college or university. College and university faculty and administrators should make an effort to reach out to constituents, enhance relationships between the local Adventist and non-Adventist community, and reduce tensions or misunderstandings. -
Boarding Academy Enrollment - a Challenge Grade 9-Grade 12The author recommends a series of program steps for academy principals to lead in communicating with all adolescents in Adventist churches in their constituency, in order to develop awareness of the importance of faith-based education, the value of Adventist education and the results of taking action to support Adventist schools. -
Boardsmanship 101 Kindergarten-Grade 12A comprehensive discussion on the role of a board member and trustee in the successful governance and operation of educational Seventh-day Adventist institutions. Some topics include: Why is Boardsmanship Important?; Roles and Responsibilities; Board Members... -
Budgets and Boards Kindergarten-LifelongA schools budget plan reflects is commitment to education in monetary terms. The combined efforts of staff, school organizations, constituency members, and the board, in preparing the budget, will help schools become more accountable to those they serve. Topics... -
Business - High School Supplement SSD Grade 7-Grade 12Adventist teachers' handbooks for integrating faith and values: these are practical guides with a variety of approaches to teaching key values, illustrations and examples. -
Business Studies Curriculum Framework SPD Grade 7-Grade 12An essential curriculum development tool for Christian secondary schools, this downloadable framework outlines the Adventist philosophy, values and principles, and shows how valuing, thinking and other learning skills can be taught from a Christian viewpoint. -
CognitiveGenesis - Quality Adventist Academics Video Kindergarten-LifelongDick Duerksen provides research results in an understandable and positive way, outlining the quality of Adventist education. Citing recent Cognitive Genesis research findings, Duerksen hones in on high academic achievement, and life transforming potential... -
CognitiveGenesis Brochures and Posters Kindergarten-Grade 12Download or order several formats of brochures or posters citing Cognitive Genesis research results to positively market your school. Versions for Canada and United States available. -
Education, Evangelism, Nurture - A Dean of Education Looks at Current Concerns Kindergarten-LifelongEducators and administrators need to exalt the role of education as a truly evangelistic mission backed by quality academic training and spiritual commitment. The author's convictions regarding Adventist education are that it provides the most sustained, comprehensive... -
Eight Pet Peeves of Adventist College and University Board Members Tertiary-LifelongRichard Osborn addresses the challenges of serving on college and university boards by identifying 8 complaints/concerns board members often share. He offers solutions for each one, and suggests that implementing the solutions will enable boards, collectively... -
Factors Influencing Enrollment in Adventist K-12 Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12This paper summarizes Adventist dissertation research on factors affecting enrollment in Seventh-day Adventist K-12 schools in North America and overseas, 1960-2005. It includes actual trends in private K-12 schools in the USA in comparison with Adventist education. -
Factors influencing support for Seventh-day Adventist education as expressed by church pastors Kindergarten-LifelongPurpose: The purpose of this study was to identify the attitudes of church pastors concerning the Seventh-day Adventist educational system, its policies and practices. Pastors were surveyed to determine their expressed perceptions of Adventist education... -
Five Ways to Promote Your School during Summer Kindergarten-Grade 12Five practical ways pastors and principals can promote their church school during summer months. -
Fixing the Schools Kindergarten-LifelongWell-educated consumers of private education often seek out Adventist education for their children. Marketing does not reject the timeless principles or the sacred mission of Seventh-day Adventist education, but uses them to build innovative programs. -
Growing Adventist Higher Education Without Leaving Our Roots Behind Tertiary-LifelongAs schools move beyond the traditional pool of applicants and aggressively pursue international, non-denominational, and non-Adventist students, the need to create a balance between the changing clientele and Adventist roots becomes a crucial issue. Payne... -
How To Make People Feel Good About Your School Kindergarten-Grade 12This article raises questions about how a school should interact with the community, students, employees, parents, school district, and the media. It is a reprint of the National School Public Relations Association's article, It Starts in the Classroom -
Institutional ethos: Conveying the essence of Loma Linda University's mission Tertiary-LifelongThis study sought to discover students' perspectives of the institution's mission. A set of models for understanding wholeness were developed by comparing the relationships between students' expectations and Loma Linda University's (LLU) documents and statements.... -
JAE Editorial: Getting Out the Good Word! Tertiary-LifelongThis special issue of JAE compiles and shares presentations made by the presidents of North American Division colleges and universities on the special character of Adventist higher education. These speeches were made at the Higher Education Colloquium in Angwin,... -
JAE: Of Interest to Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongThis Journal of Adventist Education column features current news, reports, and updates of interest to educators. In this issue: Scarce, Outdated Textbooks Impede Learning, Teachers Say; Results of the Latest Phil Delta Kappa Poll on Education; Textbook... -
Journey to Excellence - Mission, Curriculum, and Collaboration Kindergarten-LifelongThe 2000-2005 Education Report from the North American Division (NAD) presented at the Adventist General Conference Session. The division and union education leadership are processing all policy, relationships, and curriculum development through the mission... -
Legal Responsibilites of Board Members Kindergarten-LifelongCharles McKinstry examines the legal responsibilities of school boards and its individual members. He also discusses areas of particular concern for Adventist school boards. Topics include: Conflict of Interest; Protection of Students; Protection of Employees;... -
Let Your Customers Do the Talking Kindergarten-LifelongWord-of-mouth advertising can revolutionize a recruitment program and overall school enrollment. Finding parents and supporters who are positive talkers, and convincing them to promote your school, is the challenge addressed by Cafferky, an international marketing specialist. -
Marketing - Responding to Change in a Changing Environment Kindergarten-LifelongThe focus of marketing Adventist schools has changed since the 1970's. This article explores the "Adventist advantage," especially showing how small schools can showcase their uniqueness. -
Marketing a Christian School Using the Why Christian Schools Video Preschool-Grade 12Embed links to parent interviews discussing the value of Christian schooling, or order this Christian schooling video to add to your school's resources for church pastors, parents in your church, and/or inquiring community members dropping in. -
Marketing Adventist Education Preschool-Grade 12Compas-Polo discusses the issues confronting Adventist education and provides recommendations for change and growth from a marketing consultant perspective. Paper submitted for consideration to the Adventist Education Summit at La Sierra University, October... -
Marketing Adventist Higher Education: Some Practical Strategies Tertiary-LifelongMarketing is one of the most important keys to helping Adventist higher education survive. -
Marketing Seventh-day Adventist Higher Education: College-choice Motivators and Barriers TertiaryPurpose: Approximately 75% of Seventh-day Adventist college-bound youth do not attend the church's 15 colleges in North America. This study explored the views of Adventist college-bound participants regarding the factors (motivators and barriers) that... -
Marketing Strategies for Adventist Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12Watch a presentation for Adventist principals on strategies to market Christian education effectively. Available in seven video segments. -
PET 11-03: Panorama of Educational Thoughts Preschool-Grade 12Download Vaughn Jennings' March 2011 newsletter for Adventist teachers in North America. This edition reviews 10 links to websites with information and tools for marketing Christian education. -
Recruiting Strategies for Adventist Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12Researched and practical insights regarding marketing and recruitment for Adventist elementary and secondary schools; a graduate research assignment shared by an experienced Adventist educator. -
Society of Adventist Communicators - SAC Grade 11-LifelongJoin The Society of Adventist Communicators, an organization committed to networking Seventh-day Adventist communication professionals, primarily in North America, who work in the communication industry as writers, editors, videographers, web designers,... -
Take Care of Your Lambs Kindergarten-LifelongThis Education Sabbath sermon, prepared by the Manitoba-Saskatchawan Education Superintendent, is available in MS Word format so it can be edited as needed. -
Take Care of Your Lambs Sermon Kindergarten-Grade 12The theme of this sermon, "Take Care of Your Lambs or Where Will Your Sheep Come From?" is supported by clear illustrations, pertinent research, and biblical principles that motivate investment in child evangelism through Christian education. This... -
Technology Planning - A Guide for School Boards Kindergarten-Grade 12Every Adventist school needs to have a technology plan that is supported by its governing board, administration, and teaching staff. To ensure successful use of technology in the classroom, school boards should follow five basic steps: Visioning, Planning, Modeling, Funding, and Training. -
The Blessings of Serving on a Small School Board Kindergarten-Grade 12Working with school boards in small schools can be a tremendously rewarding experience if one is willing to work with the community, listen carefully, gather support, and appreciate God's blessing. Topics in this article include: School board is like a family;... -
The Board's Role In Teacher Employment Kindergarten-Grade 12Who has the official authority to hire and fire certificated teachers in the Seventh-day Adventist school system? This article examines the role of local school boards and conference offices of education in the process of employing quality teachers. Topics... -
The Financial Report - Keep It Simple and Understandable Kindergarten-LifelongFinancial reports can often bring blank, dazed, or confused stares from board members. Penner outlines suggestions for presenting financial reports that will engage board members in making informed decisions, and promote active participation in discussing... -
The market position of a university relative to an ideal - A study of constituent and faculty perceptions TertiaryProblem: Specialists in educational trends forecast declining enrollments for higher education until at least the end of the twentieth century. Because of these forecasts many educators have turned to marketing in an effort to find assistance in meeting... -
The Quality of Adventist Education - How can we know how well we are doing? Tertiary-LifelongEnrollment numbers for schools and colleges, like market share in the car industry, can be a poor indicator of product quality, economic stability, or contributions to the common good. Andreasen raises and discusses essential questions to assess how an Adventist... -
Trends Influencing Enrollment in Adventist K-12 Schools in NAD Kindergarten-Grade 12In a review of Adventist educational research (1980-2005), Gregorutti infers that enrollment in North American Adventist K-12 schools seems to be affected by: 1) parent's perceptions, 2) parents exposure to and/or identification with Adventist education, 3)... -
What Adventist Parents Consider Important in Choosing Schools for their Children Kindergarten-Grade 12Parents in the Minnesota Conference of Seventh-day Adventists face a variety of options when they choose schools for their children. The focus of this study was to discern the factors that Adventist parents consider important when they choose schools for their...