New Journal, Journal of Christian Teaching Practice, Call for Papers

New Journal, Journal of Christian Teaching Practice, Call for Papers

Focus: The Journal of Christian Teaching Practice (http://www.theccsn.com/journal-of-christian-teaching-practice/) publishes original work focusing on pedagogical examples and teaching strategies that demonstrate the integration of Christian faith with collegiate instruction in private and public institutions. Submissions should discuss exemplary teaching practices, their success in the classroom, along with an explanation of observed student outcomes. Quantitative and qualitative approaches are welcome.

Form: Submissions can take several forms including case studies, thinkpieces, and short form essays (1,500-3,000 words); and longer form essays (4-6,000 words). We also welcome creative material, visual and graphic material, and work that takes advantage of multi-media platforms.

Style: Submissions should be written in conversational yet scholarly prose that wisely and thoughtfully integrates Christian thought with disciplinary theory and pedagogical tactics. Each submission should feature both the contextual content as well as the teaching practice that facilitates student learning. Article format should adhere closely to the most current edition of the Chicago style guide.

Peer Review: All submissions are peer-reviewed by the editorial board of the Christianity and Communication Studies Network (http://www.theccsn.com/about/editorial-board/). The editor makes final publication decisions. Authors should expect a publication decision within two months of submitting an article.

Additional Submission Details: Articles should be submitted in two documents. (1) One document should include all author contact information including the title of the work submitted and an abstract. (2) A second document should include the complete work with names removed for blind review. Submissions to Journal of Christian Teaching Practice should not be under review by another journal. Documents should be submitted in Word (.doc or .docx) format.

For more information visit: http://www.theccsn.com/journal-of-christian-teaching-practice/

All questions should be directed to administrator@theccsn.com

The Journal of Christian Teaching Practice is a publication of the Christianity and Communication Studies Network (CCSN), www.theccsn.com.

Editorial Staff: Robert Woods, J.D, Ph.D., Spring Arbor University (Editor); Joel Ward, Ph.D., Geneva College (Managing Editor); Naaman Wood, Ph.D., Redeemer University College (Book Review Editor); Quentin Schultze, Ph.D., Calvin College, Emeritus (Consulting Editor); Kayla Williamson (Editorial Assistant).