How to Teach Religion by George Herbert Betts

"How to Teach Religion" by George Herbert Betts is a pedagogical guide published in the early 20th century. Focused on the principles and methods essential for teaching religion, the text outlines the responsibilities of educators in instilling religious values and knowledge in children, emphasizing the profound impact that teachers can have on their students' spiritual development. The opening of this work introduces readers to the vital role of the teacher in religious education. It stresses that effective teaching goes beyond imparting knowledge; it involves cultivating a strong personality that embodies the values being taught. Betts discusses the importance of understanding the needs of children and the personal connections that can foster an enduring enthusiasm for religious life. He encourages teachers to be well-prepared and nurturing, highlighting that the true objectives of teaching religion lie in shaping the character and spiritual growth of their students rather than merely covering the subject matter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Betts, George Herbert, 1868-1934
Title How to Teach Religion
Principles and Methods
Credits E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Karina Aleksandrova, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Reading Level Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
Subject Religious education
Subject Religion -- Study and teaching
Category Text
eBook-No. 15800
Release Date
Last Update Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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