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Revised NEO Personality Inventory

Revised NEO Personality Inventory

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The Revised NEO Personality Inventory, or NEO PI-R, is a psychological personality inventory; a 240-question measure of the Five Factor Model: Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, and Openness to Experience. Additionally, the test measures six subordinate dimensions (known as 'facets') of each of the "Big Five" personality factors. The test was developed by Paul T. Costa, Jr. and Robert R. McCrae for use with adult (18+) men and women without overt psychopathology.

A smaller version of NEO PI-R exists called NEO FFI.

 

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Book Recommendations

Welcome to the TechMission Library!

This library is a compilation of books we have personally researched and selected to supplement the work of Christian Community Computer Centers across the globe. Each book provides the latest research, practical tools, and teaching about the three core values of TechMission: Jesus, Justice, and Technology. Take time to check out each of these valuable resources and consider sharing them with your ministry.

 

Restoring At-Risk Communities
Dr. John Perkins
This book provides a framework for pursuing effective urban ministry and community development.  This book serves as the "manual" for the Christian Community Development Association, from which TechMission draws much of our values and approach to ministry. 

Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?
 A pivotal book in understanding racism, how it manifests itself in our society (individually, culturally, and institutionally), how it impacts all of us in terms of racial identity, and ultimately what each of us can do to interrupt the cycle of racism. While it focuses most on black and white racial identity development, this book is a must-read for anyone trying to understand the dynamics of race and power in the U.S.

Divided by Faith
This book also includes a brilliant, concise history of evangelical thought about race from colonial times to the civil rights movement. Clearly written and impeccably researched, this book ranks among the most compassionate and critical studies of contemporary evangelicalism.

The Bridge Over the Racial Divide
This book is one of the best overviews of the current social and economic issues facing the United States (and is intended for a general audience rather than just a Christian audience).  In particular it looks at the transition of the economy from an industrial based economy to an information based economy.

More Then Equals
Spencer Perkins and Chris Rice set out a bold, practical plan for racial reconciliation which has as its motivation more than harmonious living--namely, a witness to the truth and power of the Gospel.

Technology and Social Inclusion
 This book provides an excellent framework for approaching community technology (and is intended for a general audience rather than just a Christian audience).  The book emphasizes the focus of technology should be to empower others in ways that meet culturally relevant needs.

Using Theology to Teach Technology is a Bible-based computer workbook on the Introduction to Computers and Microsoft Word Processing
This unique self-paced instructional tool combines Biblical scriptures, information from the Old and New Testaments and computer processes. The concept links theology and technology. This combination of the two disciplines makes learning computer skills a non-threatening peaceful experience and accelerates the learning process.

 

The YouthLearn Guide: A Creative Approach to Working With Youth and Technology
This guide is an easy-to-use, hands-on manual with more than 160 pages of lessons, worksheets, and sample activities on how to set up a new learning program or enhance an existing one. The guide helps practitioners combine new technologies and proven teaching techniques in ways that will make your work even more rewarding for you and the children you serve.

The Millennium Matrix
 This book explores how technology has changed the church and society in the past and explores how the "digital era" is transforming the church now. It explores the church through four eras based on the dominant method of communication including oral, written, broadcast and digital communication.

 

10 Things You Can Do to End Online Segregation

Ending online segregation is about using online tools to leverage your social network and friends in order to advocate for social justice. Every person could help bring thousands of dollars of resources to at-risk communities with just a little effort toward ending online segregation. The following are some important ways you can help end online segregation:

 

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Helpful Tips for Encouraging Volunteer Work Through Your Church

   

      VOLUNTEERS RESOURCE  

Helpful Tips for Encouraging Volunteer Work Through Your Church

(Adapted from "Research Briefs from Related Projects Connecting Faith and Service," Baylor University School of Social Work and partners.) 

  • Challenge members to get involved in community ministry as a required, not an elective, practice of the Christian faith.  Challenge them from the pulpit, in Christian education, and at every available opportunity.
  • Make community ministry an integral part of the life of the church. Serving the community is more important for the faith-life of members than attending a worship service!
  • Provide opportunities that move members from one-shot or short-term ministries (great places to begin) into involvement sustained over time.
  • Help volunteers to recognize that this is Christian discipleship, an opportunity to learn, and that they should not expect to be the answer to the complexity of problems they may face.
  • Always wrap volunteer service with specific prayer for the work. Provide a time for sharing experiences, for reflecting on those experiences with other volunteers and with congregational leaders, and for Bible study related to the work. This is Christian education at its best!
  • Provide opportunities in which volunteers meet and develop relationships with people over time, such as mentoring services, classes, or community building projects.
  • Encourage relationships with people who come from different backgrounds and experiences, and may make volunteers a bit uncomfortable, at least at first.
  • Help volunteers to recognize and respond to the systems that oppress others. Show them how to respond to systemic problems; for example, through community development or emergency relief for persons in poverty. Discuss the impact of these systemic problems in the lives of individuals.

-adapted from a series of Research Briefs from Related Projects, to be released by Baylor University School of Social Work as part of a 30-month research project funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts.  The research reported in this brief was conducted in another research project led by Baylor University and funded by Lilly Endowment, Inc., "Service and Faith: The Impact on Christian Faith and Congregational Life of Organized Community Caring (2000-2003)."  The research team consisted of Diana Garland, Dennis Myers, and David Sherwood (Baylor University); Paula Sheridan (Whittier College); Terry Wolfer (University of South Carolina) and Beryl Hugen (Calvin College).  For more information on this project, contact Diana Garland (Diana_Garland@baylor.edu).


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Psychometrics

Psychometrics

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Psychometrics is the field of study concerned with the theory and technique of educational and psychological measurement, which includes the measurement of knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and personality traits. The field is primarily concerned with the study of differences between individuals and between groups of individuals. It involves two major research tasks, namely: (i) the construction of instruments and procedures for measurement; and (ii) the development and refinement of theoretical approaches to measurement.

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Saint Roland

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Saint Clare of Montefalco

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Saint Clare of Assisi

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Saint Alexius

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Saint Fabiola

Saint Fabiola was a Roman matron of rank of the company of noble Roman women who, under the influence of the Church father St. Jerome, gave up all earthly pleasures and devoted themselves to the practice of Christian asceticism and to charitable work.

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Saint Brigid of Kildare

Saint Brigid of Kildare or Brigid of Ireland (Brigit, Bridget, Bridgit, Bríd or Bride) (Irish: Naomh Bríd) (c. 451 – 525) is one of Ireland's patron saints along with Saints Patrick and Columba.

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