To Build A Better Textbook: Developing a Literature Curriculum for Today’s Christian Schooling

This thesis explores the educational philosophy and the creative process behind the creation of a new textbook and curriculum. The goal of this new textbook and curriculum is to help persuade high school students to view literature as an avenue of life-long learning. The plan to develop this textbook and curriculum is built on five objectives: a recognition of the need for holistic education, the implementation of differentiated teaching methods, the cultivation of student interest, the reflection of diversity within classrooms, and the integration of modern technology. This plan will be proposed in the creation of a textbook for use in world literature classes in Christian schools as well as in homeschools. The curriculum will tap into new and old learning technologies and include links to notes, flashcards, presentations, study games, and informational videos in addition to the newest learning apps. This inclusion of various learning tools through an intentional integration of technology will make the textbook and curriculum marketable on a large scale