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Title: Using Lang's "Small Teaching" Principles in the Biblical Studies Classroom: Six Proven Examples.
Authors: Burrow, Heather Marie1 heathermarieburrow@gmail.com
Source: Teaching Theology & Religion. Jul2025, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p124-129. 6p.
Subject Terms: *Teaching methods, Biblical studies, Biblical commentaries
Reviews & Products: Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons From the Science of Learning (Book)
People: Lang, James M.
Abstract: This essay discusses six proven examples of implementing James M. Lang's small teaching philosophy from his book entitled Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning (2016, 2021). I first provide a helpful summary explanation of Lang's nine research‐based principles that structure the book. Then I give new teaching examples related to some of the principles. The first set of three examples relates to the principles of belonging and motivating and includes the recommended utilization of a class seating chart, telling dramatic biblical stories, and recognizing and praising student efforts. The second set of three examples relates to the principles of connecting and explaining and includes the recommended utilization of a four‐part scriptural exegesis assignment, a presentation showing how scripture is manifested in our culture, and a metanarrative framework to organize course designs. The result was an increase in instructional effectiveness, which led to an increase in student attention, engagement, and learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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