Curriculum & Resources

Published on Dec 04, 2019

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Curriculum & Resources

Catechetical Textbooks

  • Present authentic message
  • Age & developmentally appropriate
  • Faithful to Scripture
  • Highlight essential truths
  • In conformity with CCC
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Catechetical textbooks

  • Approved by bishop
  • Knowledge of mysteries of Christ
  • Promote true conversion
  • Inspires Christian living
  • Culturally appropriate
  • Promote respect for others
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Catechetical textbooks

  • Sound methodologies
  • Examples of prayer & liturgical experiences
  • Passages of Scripture
  • Measures progress
  • Visually attractive
  • Engage students

Other considerations

  • Scope & sequence
  • Parish school?
  • Parent/family components?
  • Catechist editions
  • Online resources

Catechesi Tradendae, 49

  • Linked with real life
  • Comprehensible language
  • Whole message of Christ
  • Aimed at true conversion

Start with the end in mind - what is your goal?

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Curriculum goals

  • Knowledge
  • Skills
  • Dispositions/attitudes
  • Habits/practices
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What is the best curriculum?

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YOU! (and your catechists:)

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Formation models

  • "Traditional"
  • Intergenerational/family
  • Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
  • Lectionary Based
  • Home schooling
  • Small group
  • Online learning
  • Video based
  • Flipped classroom/Blended learning
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