This course is designed to inspire and equip both new teachers and those eager to deepen their understanding of Scripture with the tools they need to approach every part of education through a biblical lens. You’ll explore what the Bible says about human nature and how people learn—then use that foundation to shape meaningful, Christ-centered educational practices. You’ll dive into various subject areas, learning how to see each one through the lens of God’s truth, and apply your insights in a final project tailored to your specific content area. Along the way, experienced Christian educators will share practical tools, wisdom, and encouragement to help you confidently build a biblical worldview of education. 

This course is 3 of 3 in the Foundational Bible Knowledge series.

Prerequisites

• Laying the Foundation
• Framing the World

Micro-Credential Opportunity

Educators who complete the Foundational Bible Knowledge course series, assignments, and follow-up activities will be eligible for an ACSI Micro-credential, with administrator approval of course artifacts.

Educator Training Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to

• Develop a biblical perspective on the nature of students and educators as image-bearers through the study of Scripture.
• Articulate a biblical understanding of the moral nature of students and educators using scriptural foundations.
• Analyze key theories and principles of general human development.
• Evaluate and apply research-based strategies for human learning within educational contexts.
• Examine Jesus’ methods of teaching and engagement to inform contemporary approaches to learning.
• Identify, appreciate, and respond to individual differences among students and educators within a biblical framework.
• Define and differentiate between general and special revelation, and evaluate their implications for understanding and teaching academic content.
• Construct a biblical worldview framework for a specific content area based on the interpretation and application of Scripture.

This course addresses the following Global Core Standard:

• Criterion 2.3: The candidate applies biblical knowledge to both the role of the teacher and the teaching process.

Course Outline 

A Biblical View of Learners

• Made in His Image
• Students as Image-Bearers
• Educators as Image-Bearers
• Moral Nature
• Students' Moral Nature
• Educators' Moral Nature

A Biblical View of Learning

• General Developmental Nature
• Actional Nature
• Jesus' Teaching
• Differences in Learners
• Differences in Educators

A Biblical View of Content

• The Knowledge of God, Parts 1–3
• Genesis 1
• Romans 11
• Psalm 23
• Psalm 2
• Matthew 23
• Authentic Biblical Integration