Episode 1 - Introduction to Faith Meets Academia: My Evolution
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In this inaugural episode titled "Faith Meets Academia: My Evolution," Dr. Reynolds embarks on a heartfelt exploration of his personal journey to unify his faith-based principles with well established concepts and theoretical frameworks in academia. He critically reflects on the longstanding desire to apply biblical wisdom to his professional endeavors, and illustrates how educators and believers can enrich their lives by integrating their faith with their scholarly work. Dr. Reynolds sets a promising tone for future episodes, inviting listeners to join him in discovering the infinite connections between faith and academia.
OUTLINE
- Opening and Introduction
- Personal Mission and Vision
- Key Terms Defined
- Podcast Focus and Boundaries
- The Million Dollar Question
- Professional Background
- Faith and Academia Intersection
- Theoretical Frameworks and Faith Intersection
- Battling Self-Defeating Thoughts
- Naming the Elephant in the Room/ the Four-Letter Word
THEORY | THEORIST
Growth Mindset Theory | Carol Dweck
Transformational/ Transformative Learning Theory | Jack Mezirow
Sociocultural Theory of Cognitive Development | Lev Vygotsky
Bloom’s Taxonomy of Educational Objectives | Benjamin Bloom
Theory of Multiple Intelligences | Howard Gardner
Cultural Historical Activity Theory | Yrjö Engeström
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