I need to do some work with my volunteers to help them see the difference between leading a small group and teaching a class. I know I've seen resources on this (maybe at a Promiseland conference?), but I'm having trouble finding it. Can you help me compile a list? What are some key differences between leading a small group and teaching a class?
To get things started...
In a classroom, students sit on folding chairs around tables.
In a small group, kids sit on rugs, beanbags, pillows, or comfy chairs.
In a classroom, the children are called "students."I
n a small group, the children are called "kids."
In a classroom, the adult is "the sage on the stage."
In a small group, the adult is "the guide on the side."
In a classroom, the teacher knows everything and passes that information to the students.
In a small group, the kids and leaders study and discuss the Bible, working together to discover the answers.
In a classroom, there is competition between students.
In a small group, there is cooperation, community and fellowship.
In a classroom, the teacher is concerned with controlling the behavior of the students.
In a small group, the leader is concerned about seeing the kids' lives transformed through their relationship with God and with others.
In a classroom, the teacher talks and the students listen.
In a small group, everyone has opportunity to speak, listen and be heard.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
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