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Dale Linton

By on September 29, 2015 in Faculty Publications

Linton, Dale B. “International Christian Schoolteachers’ Traits, Characteristics, and Qualities Valued by Third Culture Kids.” Journal Of Research On Christian Education 24, no. 3 (September 2015): 190-211. doi: 10.1080/10656219.2015.1102665

Abstract: In this qualitative grounded theory study, 24 participants, referred to as third culture kids(or TCKs), ages 18–30 years, who had previously attended international Christian schools were interviewed to determine the dispositions they valued in their teachers. Incorporating principles of grounded theory, a series of rigorous steps were undertaken resulting in the construction of three primary findings TCKs valued in international Christian schoolteachers. These findings were then situated within an extensive literature review. The results provide insight into the “ideal” international Christian schoolteacher desired and valued by TCKs. These findings should be of great interest to anyone responsible for training, preparing or recruiting international Christian schoolteachers, and/or providing ongoing professional development to the teachers in such schools.

Dale Linton

By on September 4, 2013 in Faculty Publications, General

Linton, Dale. “Ineffective Teachers: A View from the Desk.” Christian School Education 17, no. 1 (2013): 10-12.

Abstract: I have a saying: “Good teaching is good teaching is good teaching.” Essentially, this means that it is rather easy to identify a good teacher from an ineffective one. Effective teachers seamlessly blend together positive personality traits, content knowledge, and pedagogical skillfulness coupled with an in-depth understanding of their students and their learning needs. This entire package is evidenced in the consistent performance of the teachers and the learning achievement of their students. Conversely, ineffective teachers struggle on multiple fronts, typically with glaring deficiencies.

Dale Linton

By on September 3, 2008 in Faculty Publications

Linton, Dale. “Schools as Communities.” Journal Of Research On Christian Education 17, no. 2 (September 2008): 247-249.

Abstract: Edited by James Drexler, PhD, of Covent College, this book is a compilation of various works by 21 experienced Christian educational practitioners affiliated with several Christian institutions of higher education, the Association of Christian Schools International, or current educational leaders in prominent K-12 Christian schools. Four central themes, “community,” “a grace based perspective,” “the ‘weightier issues of the law,’ and “culturally relevant and engaged,” are integrated throughout the book’s focus on various educational leadership issues and subjects. The book is divided into four sections: Building Community: Foundational Principles; Building Community Among Faculty and Staff; Building Community for Student, and Building Community with Others with Strategic chapters imbedded within each section. A “Now What? Application to Practice” is provided at the end of each chapter allowing the reader(s) a means of reflection and practical application of the principles presented.