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Item Faith Engagement at School(2019-12-01) Zullig, Keith; Allen, Allyson; Lindsay, Peter; McClintock, David; Marsters, Gary; Petrie, KevinThe ability of teachers to engage and develop the faith journey of students is seen as a central endeavour in faith-based schools. Much has been written in the literature regarding approaches that may be effective in facilitating this process. This study analysed qualitative data collected from 368 Year 5–12 students from one faith-based school in Australia. Students reported on the key areas they believe assist in developing their faith, in addition to aspects they believe could be improved in this regard. A significant difference was found between the attitudes of those who reported not having a faith background and those who did. This chapter builds onto findings reported in the previous chapter.
Item School Climate & Faith Engagement(2019-10-01) Allen, Allyson; Zullig, Keith; McClintock, David; Lindsay, Peter; Marsters, Gary; Petrie, KevinThis report examines the relationship between school climate and the faith engagement of students within one faith-based school in New South Wales, Australia
Item The Relationship between School Climate and Faith Engagement(2019-12-01) Zullig, Keith; Allen, Allyson; Lindsay, Peter; McClintock, David; Marsters, Gary; Petrie, KevinThe study of school climate has gained increased attention over the past 25 years, with research indicating significant relationships between school climate and a number of social, emotional and academic outcomes for students. An aspect of school climate that has seen little attention, however, is the relationship between the development of faith and positive school climate. This study analyses data from 368 students in one faith-based school in Australia, utilising self-reported measures of school climate and faith engagement. A significant relationship is found between these variables, indicating the potential impact that school climate and faith engagement may have on each other. The study discusses the implications of these findings and makes suggestions in relation to the strengthening of these two areas within faith-based schools.