GCU Education Specialists Compose Life-Transformative Book for Educators
Grand Canyon University's (GCU) Canyon Center for Character Education has released a new workbook aimed at advancing character education globally. The book, titled "Activities and Applications: Character Education", is now available for free on GCU's website or upon request.
This resource is designed to provide ready-made activities for teachers, relieving them from the need to think about how to implement character education in their classrooms. The workbook covers moral, civic, intellectual, and performance virtues, making it a comprehensive guide for schools.
The book is not just a theoretical guide but offers numerous aids such as literature, videos, and links to articles to help teachers bring these concepts to life. For instance, an activity on courage is supplemented by links to a researcher's talk about courage.
The focus of the book is on personal growth and how one's character impacts not only themselves but also those around them. It provides concrete ways to integrate character education elements into the classroom, making it easier for teachers to incorporate these values into their lessons.
The book also includes various activities for different age groups to help students reflect on their character and set virtues. For example, an activity involves imagining a future birthday party and considering what one's best friend would say about them. Another section is dedicated to gratitude, with prompts to write three blessings from the day and a link to Martin Seligman's article on the subject.
Kristen Palamaruk, a teacher at Maryvale High School, found character education to be a life-changing tool when she implemented it in her classroom for the first time last year. This school year, her earth science and AP and honors biology classes will focus on character development and virtue goals. Palamaruk will use the "Activities and Applications: Character Education" workbook by Emily Farkas and Dr. Ashley Brandon from GCU's Canyon Center for Character Education.
The Canyon Center for Character Education at GCU is directed by Emily Farkas, who extends educational programs focused on character education through the College of Education at GCU. The College of Education at GCU may have further materials, programs, or publications related to this workbook or similar character education resources. Their Instagram page could be a useful contact or resource for updates and insights.
If you're interested in obtaining the workbook, details about its activities, or more about the curriculum, exploring GCU’s College of Education websites, contacting the Canyon Center for Character Education directly, or visiting virtue education-related websites linked to GCU would be the most effective methods. This workbook is a valuable resource for teachers, school leaders, and even individuals seeking personal growth.
- The workbook, "Activities and Applications: Character Education", offered by Grand Canyon University's (GCU) Canyon Center for Character Education, provides ready-made activities for teachers to implement character education in their classrooms.
- The book is a comprehensive guide for schools, covering moral, civic, intellectual, and performance virtues, making it an essential resource for educators.
- Grand Canyon University's workbook offers practical applications for character education, such as links to articles, videos, and literature, helping teachers bring these concepts to life.
- The focus of the book is on personal growth and the impact of character on oneself and those around them, offering concrete ways for teachers to incorporate character education into their lessons.
- The GCU's College of Education, directed by Emily Farkas, may have further materials, programs, or publications related to character education and the workbook, making it a valuable resource for teachers, school leaders, and individuals seeking personal growth.
