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Lying Fallow in a Restless World: Using the Bible to Explain the Implications of Rest in Economics
No full textEconomic courses pay little attention to the economic implications of insufficient rest. This paper identifies several biblical references to the role of rest with economic implications, examining what the Bible says about the importance of rest for creation and contrasting this with the economic consequences of inad- equate rest. It also provides some specific areas of economics courses where incorporating these connections between biblical guidance on rest and actual examples could be meaningful to students
The Distinctives of the Christian Scholar
No full textChristian scholars conduct quantitative research using many of the same standards and methodologies as those who operate from a secular or non-faith-based perspective. There is considerable overlap—so much so that it can often be difficult to differentiate between each when evaluating their praxis from the surface. However, one only needs to dive deeper into the research process to find the source of the Christian scholar’s purpose and methodology, as they apply their values based on a biblical worldview. This essay explores the theologically based distinctives of a Christian scholar conducting quantitative research. In simpler terms, the essay investigates the “why,” also known as the purpose, behind the research conducted and the “how,” the integrity (ethical standards and practices) embedded in the methodology of the research of the Christian scholar. These characteristics elevate the Christian researcher’s quantitative praxis to a higher, God-honoring standard
Christian-Owned Companies: What Does It Look Like When a Follower of Jesus Runs a Business? A Book Review
No full textIf our lives are to reflect the spirit and nature of Christ, it must do so beyond the walls of church on Sunday morning. That spirit and nature of Christ must spill over into our daily lives, including our vocational pursuits. As an instructor, I believe it is my responsibility to provide real-world examples of faith at work in a business setting. Zigarelli’s (2019) newest book titled Christian-Owned Companies provides some great principles and examples of what a business “…looks like when a follower of Jesus runs a business…” (p. 1)
The Briarwood Ballet: An Artistic Expansion
No full textSynopsis: Briarwood Ballet in Birmingham, Alabama, was a non-profit organization that provided classical ballet and contemporary dance classes under a mission of spreading the Christian gospel through dance. In late 2015 Executive Director Peggy Townes was considering whether Briarwood Ballet should attempt to target a wider, more secular audience through additional performances. A move in this direction would have administrative, artistic, staffing, and financial implications. It could also heighten the tension between the religious mission of the organization and Peggy’s desire to have Briarwood Ballet be viewed as a professional ballet troupe with quality equal to that of secular dance companies. Research Methodology: This field case was written based on first-person interviews conducted over a period of four months (January to April, 2015) with follow-up interviews (October and December, 2015). These interviews were conducted both in person and over the phone, with follow-up information provided through email. In addition, Briarwood Ballet provided source documents, including financial, marketing, and administrative material. The case authors also used the company’s external website (http://briarwood.org/ballet) as a source of information as well as secondary sources to gain insight into the overall industry and the Birmingham community. None of the information provided in the case is disguised. Relevant Courses and Levels: This case would be most appropriate for capstone courses in strategic/general management for undergraduate students. It would also be highly applicable for specialized business courses in nonprofit management and arts management. It can be positioned early on in a strategic management course to help students get familiar with case analysis while focusing on the role of a mission in an organization. It is designed to be used in a 75-90-minute class. Theoretical Basis: This case is focused on the role of mission and vision in nonprofits as linked to strategic analysis and planning. It builds on a number of theoretical models related to mission analysis and strategy creation as outlined in detail in the instructor’s manual
Radical Candor: A Review
No full textReview of:
Scott, Kim. (2019). Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. Fully Revised & Updated Edition. St. Martin’s Press. 297 pages
Persuasion and Pragmatism: A Higher Goal for Christian Instructors
No full textThis article examines the current trend of a pragmatic approach to teaching persuasion in business education and recommends the use of classical and Christian sources to teach persuasion to business students. This discussion of the combined merits of Plato, Aristotle, and Augustine’s insights on rhetoric and ethics also provides four practical pedagogical suggestions for helping students to persuade in business ethically
Collaborative Peer Observation of Teaching in Higher Education: Best Practices Review and Recommendations
No full textOne of the most commonly used approaches for faculty development in higher education is collaborative peer observation. The collaborative model has been widely studied and, as such, has produced well documented best practices. These best practices will be summarized as a framework for institutions interested in launching a collaborative peer observation program as well as used as a basis for recommending enhancements to existing programs
Four Models for Conducting the Introductory Business Course
No full textThe introduction to business course provides a critical opportunity to mold students’ perceptions about business. In this paper, the authors discuss four different approaches to conducting introductory business courses. These include a survey of the discipline, a philosophical approach, a discipline-specific approach, and an entrepreneurial venture approach. Regardless of format, these approaches focus on the integration of theological constructs and recognize the value of molding students from the start of their academic journey