Adult Education

You want your church to build up faithful followers of Jesus Christ, and education directors, teachers, and Bible study leaders take an integral role in doing this. These practical and succinct handouts are helpful in teaching your leaders how to do so. You'll find help in understanding the unique educational needs of adults, keeping a discussion lively and on the topic, and teaching both experienced and newborn Christians. Table of Contents: They Are Not Children Teach adults in a way that recognizes their unique learning qualities. Roberta Hestenes Teaching So Adults Listen Adults want information they can apply to their lives right now. Roberta Hestenes Teaching That Motivates Relevance and humility help adult students identify with you. Howard Hendricks Understanding Adult Age Groupings Each stage of adulthood has unique life circumstances to consider. Kenneth O. Gangel A Welcoming Adult Class Build on a newcomer's desire to be involved. Don Michael McDonald Develop the Discussion After you have started the discussion, use these techniques to keep the ball rolling. Emory A. Griffin Baby Lambs and Old Sheep Learn how to teach mature Christians and new believers in the same class. Earl Palmer Plan the Curriculum Carefully prepare an educational experience based on needs and interests. James C. Galvin and David R. Veerman