A Study of a Model of Christian Alternative Schools Han Manoh Division of Education, Baekseok University Online published on 2 February, 2019. Abstract Background/Objective This study intends to inquire into theoretical background of general alternative education and alternative schools, and deal with the significance necessity, definition, philosophy of education, purpose, curriculum and quality and qualifications of teachers with respect to Christian alternative schools. Method/Statistical analysis This paper seeks to offer an alternative to Christian schools in the Korean public school system as it faces an overall challenge in recent years. The education philosophy, goal, purpose of establishment, instruction methods and specific cases are analyzed for Christian schools that have been established based on the spirit of Christianity in Korea, as an alternative to existing schools. The study seeks to identify a model for Christian alternative schools that can be applied to the Korean environment and what would be the best characteristics for such schools. Findings There are many existing studies that analyzed cases of various alternative schools in Korea. However, there is a lack of studies that compiled data on how Christian alternative education and Christian alternative schools are practiced. This study will contribute to serving as a useful reference material for those who want to establish Christian alternative schools. Moreover, this study intended to inquire into a model of Christian alternative schools applicable in Korea as well as the aspect of the most desirable Christian alternative school. To be concrete, regarding the most desirable Christian alternative schools, this study proposed principles and realistic alternatives for people who intend to establish and operate Christian alternative schools on the basis of concrete Christian worldview in terms of philosophy of education, purpose, educational purposes, educational goals, curriculum, characteristic project (education), qualifications and role of teachers. Specifically, the paper seeks to present the principles and realistic alternatives based on a Christian world view applied to the education philosophy, goal, purpose of establishment, curriculum, specific projects (instruction) and qualification of instructors. Improvements/Applications As such, this paper is expected to offer valuable insight into those seeking to establish a Christian alternative school. This study will make it possible to understand a model of Christian alternative schools which is the most desirable and applicable in Korea. Top Keywords Leadership, Christian alternative school, education, philosophy of education, curriculum, School. Top |