Christian Practices in Teaching & Education

Why Teaching is a Good Career Choice

Teaching is one of the most rewarding careers one can choose; it can take a particular person to devote their lives to this challenging career path. You may have heard people talk about their jobs and how they go to work, collect their paycheck and look forward to retirement. Teaching is not a job. It's a way of life. Colorado Christian University is proud to provide several degree programs in education, and we admire any student who chooses...

What are Continuing Education Courses?

Colorado Christian University is launching Continuing Education Courses within the Lee Strobel Center for Evangelism and Applied Apologetics. You might be asking yourself: "What are Continuing Education Courses?" "Why are they important?" "What is the value of these courses?" "Are these courses accredited?" What are Continuing Education Courses? CCU's Continuing Education Courses are online, non-facilitated, self-paced courses taken for...

5 Tips for Supporting English Language Learners

By: Dr. John Lesko, Associate Professor of School of Education Professions in the College of Adult & Graduate Studies An estimated 10% of US public school students speak English as a second language (National Center for Education Statistics). English language learners come from a variety of heritage language backgrounds. Here are a few basic tips for supporting English language learners in the classroom Every class is different, and...

What is a Master's in Special Education?

A master's in Special Education is a degree that provides ample opportunity for those called to minister to others through the education of students with exceptionalities such as learning disabilities, autism, and behavior disorders. We've created a breakdown of everything you need to know for this degree. Licensure vs. Non-Licensure Options There are two different routes you can pursue with a special education degree: licensure, and...

How to Become a School Administrator with Education Leadership

By: Dr. Murray is the full-time faculty member for the Education Leadership program Are you an experienced teacher or school administrator with a passion for improving student learning and school effectiveness? You may be looking for a program to expand your leadership capacity, sharpen your ability to impact schools, and further your career. You may be asking yourself, do I need a degree in educational leadership to become an assistant...

Do You Need a License to be a Teacher?

Jeff Renfrow, Director of Undergraduate Education for School of Education Professions at CCU Online There are many questions you should be asking if you are considering becoming a teacher. Let’s start with an important question you need to answer: Do I need a license to be a teacher? Before we answer that question, let’s ask ourselves a few introspective questions. Is a license required in order to be a teacher? Where...

Licensure and Non-Licensure Teaching Degrees: What’s The Difference?

Written by Dean of Education, Wendy Wendover and Director of Undergraduate Education, Jeff Renfrow in the School of Education Professions at Colorado Christian University So you've decided that you want to pursue an online teaching degree but you need a little help making sense of the many options available to you. You may have already understood that there are programs for teaching different age groups such as early childhood education...

6 Reasons to Become a Special Education Teacher

Dr. Marla J. Lohmann, Assistant Professor of Special Education at Colorado Christian University In today's classroom, about thirteen percent of students have been identified with a disability that requires special education services (National Center for Education Statistics, 2016). Special education teachers are uniquely trained to support the learning needs of students with disabilities and to ensure their educational, behavioral, social,...

Time Management: Insights and Tips for Classroom Educators

How effective time management in classroom teaching will help you thrive Dr. Wendy Wendover, Dean of the School of Education Professions at Colorado Christian University Efficient use of class time will help student performance, and perhaps more importantly it will decrease teacher stress over time. Are you tired of feeling like you do not have enough time to do the important things in your life? Most of us reach moments when we have felt...

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5 Reasons Why You Should Teach at a Rural School

Kathy Johnson is the Assistant Director of the School of Education Professions in CCU’s College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Read her bio below. According to a Colorado Department of Education (CED) survey during the 2017/2018 school year, 85 percent of rural/small districts have noticed fewer initial or professionally licensed candidates applying for positions. And fewer applications are being received than there are vacant...

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5 Facts About CCU’s New Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Emphasis

Dr. Wendy Wendover is the dean of the Curriculum and Instruction Education Division in CCU's College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Read her bio below. Are you interested in becoming a professional educator that helps children learn, even if English isn’t their first language? CCU’s Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction now offers an additional emphasis in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD). This...

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Time Management Tips for School Leaders - Part II

Dr. John Murray is an assistant professor in Colorado Christian’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership program, offered through the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Read his bio below. The complexity and variety of competing responsibilities associated with being a school principal are rivaled by few other occupations. Managing everything can seem overwhelming, with principals citing time management as one of the top...

A female school principal is sitting at her desk in her office at school.

Time Management Tips for School Leaders - Part I

Dr. John Murray is an assistant professor in Colorado Christian’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership program, offered through the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Read his bio below. The complexity and variety of competing responsibilities associated with being a school principal are rivaled by a few other occupations. Managing everything can seem overwhelming, with principals citing time management as one of the...

A special education teacher is working with students in a classroom.

6 Professional Resources for Special Education Teachers

Dr. Marla J. Lohmann is an assistant professor in Colorado Christian University’s Master of Education in Special Education program. She currently serves as the chair of the Council for Exceptional Children Faith-Based Schools & Organizations Caucus. Dr. Lohmann has been married to her husband Mark for 13 years and is the mother of four young children. They currently live in Lakewood, Colorado. Being an effective teacher requires...

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4 Careers You Can Get With a Master's in Special Education

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, "In 2014-15, the number of children and youth ages 3-21 receiving special education services was 6.6 million -- or 13 percent of all public school students." Because of the large percentage of children with special needs in the United States, experienced and educated professionals are in demand. Do you have a passion for working with children or youth with disabilities? A master's...

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Teaching at a Private School vs. Public School

Upon receiving a teaching degree or certificate from Colorado Christian University, you will have a lot of decisions to make regarding what type of teaching position you want to accept. If you're a secondary teacher, you can teach at a middle school, high school or a school that combines grades 6/7-12. You will also have to decide if you want to teach in a private school or a public school. Let's take a look at the differences between teaching...

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