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EDU 686 - Teaching Secondary Social Studies II
The second course in a six-credit sequence designed to develop approaches and methodology for teaching social studies at the secondary level. Exploration of the different content areas related to the social studies is emphasized. Unit plans, methodology specific to the social studies and to the adolescent learner, and assessment strategies are examined and developed. Specific attention is given to classroom management procedures in the secondary social studies classroom. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 685
Credits: 3
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EDU 700 - Educational Seminar
A course designed to address current topics in the field of education.
Credits: 1
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EDU 703 - Teaching Models and Instructional Strategies
A pedagogy course designed to explore various models of teaching. The nature of the teaching profession, special characteristics of learners, instruction, management, and evaluation are addressed in relation to current research.
Credits: 3
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EDU 712 - Curriculum Theory, Design, and Assessment
An introductory course in curriculum theory and development that reviews the theoretical and practical basis for curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on design and assessment of an effective curriculum. Understanding by Design serves as an exemplar for developing curricular design and assessment based upon learning outcomes.
Credits: 3
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EDU 713 - Educational Research
A course that includes the study and application of methods used to design, execute, report, and evaluate educational research using current technology. This course is an integral part of the writing and research process for the Instructional Design Project (EDU 791) and Action Research Project (EDL 791). Second semester.
Credits: 3
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EDU 715 - Theories of Learning and Applications
A course that surveys the major psychological theories of learning. Theories are considered in historical perspective and interpreted within a philosophical framework that focuses on the nature of the human and learning and the nature of knowledge. Current issues and research in the field are addressed. Applications to teaching and learning from the various theories are examined.
Credits: 3
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EDU 716 - Global Trends in Education
A course designed to explore the political, economic, educational, and social issues in society that are affecting schools in America and around the world. Current issues are studied in light of their historical context. An overview of the history of American education serves to acquaint the students with the dynamics of “trends.”
Credits: 3
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EDU 717 - Theoretical and Philosophical Foundations
A course that surveys major theoretical and philosophical frameworks for teaching and learning. Theories are considered in historical perspective and interpreted within a philosophical framework that focuses on the nature of knowledge, learning, and humanity. The course is designed to help the student develop a personal philosophy of education informed by learning theory through analyzing and systematizing presuppositions and beliefs related to education, the pupil, the teacher, the curriculum, and the teaching/learning process. First semester.
Credits: 3
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EDU 718 - Philosophy of Christian School Education
A course designed to help students develop a philosophy of school education. The course includes a review of ancient and contemporary philosophical thought and theories of education, and an examination of belief statements related to the aims of education, the nature of the student and learning, the role of the teacher, and the nature and purpose of the curriculum. Particular attention is given to worldview integration in the strategic design of the curriculum. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDU 731 - Integrated Language Arts
A course that examines the interrelationship between thinking and learning in any subject area using the language arts. Methodology for integrating language activities across the curriculum will be developed and used. The language arts, including listening, reading, speaking, and writing, are examined from an instructional perspective. Appropriate instructional strategies, materials, classroom management and atmosphere strategies, and assessments conducive to integrated learning are developed.
Credits: 3
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EDU 732 - Integrating Children’s Literature PK-12
A course that presents a broad introduction to children’s literature - its historical development; major genres; current trends; and its vital role in a child’s emotional, moral, and intellectual development. Various literary genres are evaluated and discussed. Attention is focused on integrating children’s literature across the curriculum.
Credits: 3
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EDU 741 - Curricular Integration: A Worldview Approach
A course designed to guide students in the identification and examination of the elements of their own worldview in light of biblically-based Christian theism; to examine their worldview as it contrasts and compares to other worldviews; and to develop an overall model for delivering the formal curriculum of the school, the informal curriculum of the home, or the curriculum of the local church through a worldview approach. The unique product of the course is a set of lesson or unit plans in which the student demonstrates an effective pedagogy that can promote worldview integration. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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EDU 743 - Educators and Education in Film
A course designed for the K-12 educator to critically examine the representation of teachers, students, and the teaching/learning experience as depicted in the film culture. The implicit view of educators teaching, teaching, students, and learning, story lines and themes are analyzed. How to effectively teach with film and documentaries across the curriculum is also addressed.
Credits: 3
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EDU 745 - Technology Trends in the Twenty-first Century Classroom
A course designed to explore how educational technology promotes twenty-first century learning skills in children growing up in the digital world. Students look at how modern learners interact with the world and others using technology, and how technology can be used to deepen learning. Also, students study philosophical and ethical issues related to technology use in the classroom. Emphasis is placed on looking at the relative advantage of using specific technology tools in the classroom, as well as strategically planning effective technology integration. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDU 746 - Emerging Technologies in Education
A course designed to explore and analyze technological tools used in schools and their appropriateness for the twenty-first century classroom. Productivity, communication, classroom management, and audio-visual tools are explored, as well as emergent technologies outlined in the current Horizon report. Throughout this course, students receive the necessary coursework and training to take the Google Educator Certification Level 1 examination. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 703
Credits: 3
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EDU 747 - Technology Integration Across the Curriculum
A course designed to equip educators in utilizing technology in order to plan, design, and model effective lessons across all curriculum and grade levels. Students research what effective technology integration looks like, and then learn how to apply various technological tools to their lessons and in their current methodology in order to enhance and transform student learning experiences. Learning outcomes are analyzed in light of current real-world trends and expectations of twenty-first century learners. Throughout this course, students receive the necessary coursework and training to take the Google Educator Certification Level 2 examination. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 703 & EDU 746 or evidence of Google Educator Cert Level 1.
Credits: 3
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EDU 751 - Intercultural Communication and Multinational Teaming
A course that aids in the development of intercultural communication skills and attitudes for adaptation to the cross-cultural context of the multinational school community. Multinational teaming and community building are a focus of the course.
Credits: 3
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EDU 752 - Growth and Development of Third Culture Kids in International Context
A course designed to prepare teachers, administrators, and dorm parents for working in multicultural schools in the international context. Topics covered include understanding third culture kids (TCKs), the school and community environment, and the educational and interpersonal skills necessary for effectiveness in an international setting.
Credits: 3
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EDU 753 - Global Issues and Curriculum Design for Culturally Diverse Settings
A course that addresses multicultural and global issues and defines the key parameters for curriculum development in culturally diverse settings. The course describes and critiques contemporary educational thought related to multinational education and critiques various approaches, including the International Baccalaureate curriculum and other current attempts to meet multinational curricular requirements.
Credits: 3
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EDU 754 - Introduction to Educational Consulting in Cross-Cultural Settings
A course designed for education consultants who serve missionary families and are new to the field or desire a review of issues in the field as a whole. Topics covered are those regarding issues faced most often by missionary families in the education of their children.
Credits: 3
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EDU 755 - Teaching and Reaching International Students
A course that introduces Christian school educators to the challenges of teaching and reaching international students in the PK-12 Christian school context and develops competencies in the educational, spiritual, relational, and program management aspects required. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDU 762 - Teaching the Diverse Learner
A course that examines the learning styles, multiple intelligences, and at-risk characteristics of student populations presented in the classroom. Differentiated instruction for curriculum applications - teaching strategies, classroom management, and assessment specific to diverse learners - is examined. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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EDU 781 - Teaching Practicum
A course in which students observe demonstrations by master teachers of selected models and methods, then develop units, lessons, and teaching materials to use in a teaching venue. Students also present a portfolio of their unit and lesson plans taught on-site. Students apply theories related to the implementation of models of teaching and instructional strategies in the classroom as they develop and implement their own plans.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3-6
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EDU 791 - Instructional Design Project
A course that prepares students to complete the instructional design project by presenting the process of instructional design and facilitating all stages of project design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Students write chapters 1-5 of their culminating project and prepare the instructional and participant materials for three hours of presentation.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 712 & EDU 713
Credits: 3
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EDU 792 - National Christian School Application Project
A course designed to guide an action research process implemented in a Christian school environment. The major objective is to conduct an actual intervention that is developed to improve the robustness of a school. Students identify an issue, research potential solutions, carry out the intervention, assess the intervention’s success, and make recommendations for the future. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 713.
Credits: 3
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EDU 799 - Continuing Services
A course designed for students who need more than one semester to complete EDU 791 Instructional Design Project.
Credits: 0
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Educational Leadership |
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EDL 741 - Principalship PK-12
A course designed to examine the theory, practice, and dimensions of educational leadership. Students examine administrative practices, complete a thorough investigation and reflective analysis of their own leadership qualities, and demonstrate the ability to solve organizational issues based on best practices. Current leadership theories are evaluated in light of Christian principles. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 742 - Data Management and Technology Integration for School Leaders PK-12
A course designed to provide educational leaders with essential technological skills needed to promote the management and organization of resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. Students learn how to efficiently analyze and integrate educational data through technological methodology and build organizational capacity through professional development linked to school improvement. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 743 - Financial and Business Management
A course designed to investigate school-based and centralized decision making related to personnel, facility utilization, and budgeting. Revenue at both the state and local levels is examined to determine how to plan for and assess procedures to acquire and allocate funds. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 744 - School Law
A course that addresses the legal trends and implications of court decisions and federal and state laws that affect the educational programs and policies in PK-12 schools. Actual case studies and law implementations are explored. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 745 - Organizational Theory and Team Building
A course designed to examine current organizational theory that should inform the practice of building a community of learners within a PK-12 school. Issues addressed include human relationships; team building; group dynamics; and establishing vision, mission, and goals. Students examine the culture and climate of the school from interior and exterior factors and analyze the role of parents, community leaders, business leaders, and the board. Case study method is used to probe a school community and develop a plan of action. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 761 - Governance and Leadership
A course addressing the multiple components of the Christian School Leadership Framework, including interacting with a school board and developing competencies in spiritual, relational, and strategic leadership. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDL 762 - Change Leadership and School Culture
A course that explores the roles and responsibilities of Christian school leaders as change leaders, including an assessment of individual leadership styles. The course also investigates the power and influence of organizational culture in faith-based schools. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDL 763 - Advancement Theory and Practice
A course that introduces Christian school leaders to all aspects of advancing the school, including marketing, public relations, communication, student recruitment, strategic financial planning, and fundraising. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDL 764 - Christian School Leadership Practicum
A course in which Christian school leaders apply and practice leadership skills in a variety of leadership settings and activities under the supervision of an experienced Christian school leader/mentor. A minimum of 180 hours of internship is required for this course. Summer session.
Credits: 3
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EDL 784 - PK-12 Internship
Internships that are practical, integrating experiences in the Educational Leadership and Administration Program. The experience provides the administrative intern with extended interaction with practicing administrators and supervisors as they face authentic situations in school settings. The intern, under the guidance of a certified cooperating supervisor, applies the knowledge and skills gained in other program courses to the experience.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 791 - Action Research Project
A course designed to guide an action research process implemented in a school environment. The major objective is to conduct an actual intervention that is developed to improve the robustness of a school. Students identify an issue, research potential solutions, carry out the intervention, assess the intervention’s success, and make recommendations for the future. A professional journal article is written and submitted for publication.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 713. Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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EDL 799 - Continuing Services
A course designed for students who need more than one semester to complete EDL 791 Action Research Project.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 0
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Greek |
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GRK 631 - Elementary New Testament Greek I
An introduction to nouns and verbs in Hellenistic Greek, with an emphasis on morphology and the vocabulary of the New Testament. This course gives students the building blocks for translating and interpreting the Greek New Testament. First semester.
Credits: 3
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GRK 632 - Elementary New Testament Greek II
An introduction to non-indicative verbs in Hellenistic Greek, with an emphasis on the translation of selected portions of the New Testament. This course gives students practice in beginning to translate the Greek New Testament for themselves. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 631
Credits: 3
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GRK 731 - New Testament Greek Exegesis I
An introduction to the interpretation of the New Testament, with an emphasis on Paul’s letters. This course gives students a thorough grasp of Greek syntax, an introduction to textual criticism and discourse analysis, and step-by-step method for exegesis, which they will apply each week to assigned passages in Paul’s letters. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 632
Credits: 3
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GRK 732 - New Testament Greek Exegesis II
Further study of the interpretation of the New Testament with an emphasis on narrative literature. This course introduces students to narrative analysis, deepens their understanding of syntax and textual criticism, and reinforces their exegetical method through weekly translation assignments in the Gospels or Acts. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 731
Credits: 3
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GRK 735 - Exegesis of New Testament Book:
A study of a New Testament book through Greek exegesis.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 732
Credits: 3
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GRK 831 - Advanced New Testament Seminar I
A seminar designed to study and evaluate an advanced area of New Testament study. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 732. Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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GRK 832 - Advanced New Testament Seminar II
A seminar designed to study and evaluate an advanced area of New Testament study. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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HPE 621 - Issues and Trends in Health and Physical Education
A course designed to allow the student to examine the historical, philosophical, sociological, psychological, and developmental factors associated with issues and trends in health and physical education. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HPE 622 - The School Health Program
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire teaching skills and content knowledge in health skills and contemporary health topics, including personal health, wellness, fitness, consumer and community health, family life education, nutrition, weight control and eating disorders, environmental health, first aid, safety, prevention and care of injuries, mental and emotional health, communicable and chronic disease, substance use and abuse, human sexuality, and violence. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 623 - Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education
A course designed to expose the student to techniques and processes involved with measuring and evaluating cognitive, physiological, and motor skill performance in health and physical education settings. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 624 - Athletic Training
A course designed to introduce the student to the prevention, recognition, treatment, and care of injuries that occur in athletic settings. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 2
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HPE 625 - First Aid
A course designed to introduce the student to the basic skills associated with first aid, use of the Automated External Defibrillar, and administration of Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation. Certification is available upon successful completion of the course. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 1
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HPE 632 - Team Sports
A course designed to help future teachers learn how to design effective team sport programs in school, recreation, and community teaching and coaching settings. The student develops teaching skills and knowledge for the team sports of basketball, volleyball, team handball, lacrosse, field hockey, flag football, soccer, softball, speedball, and track and field. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 633 - Personal and Community Health
A course designed to examine the complex issues of personal and community health in regard to organizations; disease prevention and control; infants, children, adolescents, and adults; minorities; alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; violence; the health care system; and environmental health and safety. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 634 - Principles of Coaching
A study of approaches, techniques, and strategies of coaching. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 635 - Physical Education Activities and Sports
A course designed to help future teachers learn how to design effective physical activity programs in school, recreation, or community teaching and coaching settings. The student develops teaching skills and knowledge in physical fitness, weight training, badminton, tennis, golf, dance and rhythmics, stunts and tumbling, bowling, racquetball, pickleball, cooperative and challenge activities, outdoor pursuits and adventure activities, recreational games, and aquatics. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 636 - Kinesiology/Biomechanics
A course designed to expose the student to the study of human movement as it is produced by specific body systems and influenced by mechanical principles. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 637 - Physiology of Exercise
A course designed to expose the student to the function of human body systems in the production and support of physical activity. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 638 - Motor Learning
A course that identifies the processes associated with practice or experience leading to relatively permanent changes in the ability to respond in movement (motor) settings. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 641 - Teaching Health and Physical Education in the Elementary School
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire the skills necessary to design and implement effective instructional programs in elementary school health and physical education. The student examines the areas of motor learning; motor development; teaching strategies; and curriculum design, assessment, and integration. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 642 - Teaching Health and Physical Education in the Secondary School
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire the skills necessary to design and implement effective instructional programs in secondary school health and physical education. The student examines the educational and teaching environment; procedures for planning, implementing, and evaluating the instructional program; and curriculum design, assessment, and integration. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 643 - Adapted Physical Education
A course designed to assist future teachers in designing and implementing appropriate physical education programs for individuals with disabilities. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HEB 631 - Elementary Biblical Hebrew I
A study of the basic vocabulary and grammar of the Old Testament. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HEB 632 - Elementary Biblical Hebrew II
A continuation of the study of the vocabulary and grammar of the Old Testament, with attention to prose translation. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 631
Credits: 3
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HEB 731 - Exegesis of Hebrew Prose
An exegetical study of prose of the Old Testament, with attention to narrative syntax and legal materials. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 632
Credits: 3
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HEB 732 - Exegesis of Hebrew Poetry
A study of the method and workings of biblical Hebrew poetry. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 731
Credits: 3
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HEB 735 - Exegesis of Old Testament Book:
A study of an Old Testament book through Hebrew exegesis.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 732
Credits: 3
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HEB 831 - Advanced Old Testament Seminar I
A seminar designed to study and evaluate an advanced area of Old Testament study. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 732. Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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HEB 832 - Advanced Old Testament Seminar II
A seminar designed to study and evaluate an advanced area of Old Testament study. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to ThM students.
Credits: 3
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Nonprofit Leadership |
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NPL 621 - Nonprofit Innovation
A course that focuses on the understanding of managerial and leadership functions in nonprofit organizations from the perspective of nonprofit innovation. It provides an overview of how supervisors and managers think: their concerns, priorities, and worldviews. It also explores the daily activities of direct service workers in various nonprofit organizations.
Credits: 3
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NPL 622 - Best Practices in Nonprofit Organizations
A course that addresses the best practices of nonprofit domestic and international organizations. Topics include board governance and accountability, human resource management, financial management, marketing and communications, technology, and executive leadership. Through discussion, lecture, case study, media, large and small group activity, and personal reflection, students become familiar with best practices and the organizations employing them. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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NPL 623 - Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations
An overview of finance and financial analysis skills for nonprofit organizations. This course provides an understanding of the skills important for analyzing the financial information of the organization. Students learn how to apply this information in managerial decision-making and planning for the nonprofit organization. Topics include cash flow, funding streams, budgets, and financial analysis.
Credits: 3
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NPL 624 - Nonprofit Strategy
An overview of strategic and business planning and development principles and methods for nonprofit organizations. The course provides an understanding of the theories, processes, and methods for strategic planning for nonprofit organizations. The course addresses important issues such as organizational design, planning and budgeting, resource planning, and marketing.
Credits: 3
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NPL 631 - Grantwriting
A course that introduces the concepts and skills needed for grantwriting. Students learn the core principles of effective proposal writing for financial support of their nonprofit mission; grantwriting from a funder’s perspective; development planning and prospect research; the five principles of organizational development - mission, market, methods, measures, and means - in the context of grantwriting; grant management; and reporting. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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NPL 691 - Capstone: Nonprofit Strategy Practicum
A capstone course to the Nonprofit Leadership program, requiring students to utilize and demonstrate the skills and knowledge gained throughout the program to create a strategic plan to scale a nonprofit organization and its effectiveness. Students also demonstrate leadership and management skills through case study analysis and a summative program competencies paper. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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Organizational Leadership |
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ORL 601 - Foundations of Organizational Leadership
A foundational course that examines the formal and informal structures and processes that are often present in organizations and explores methods for redesigning them so that they are both healthy and productive. The course also provides an overview of systems theory and learning as it applies to functions and behaviors within organizations. Students examine the complexity of these systems, explore behaviors that hinder learning, and what they can do to create an environment that will enhance their abilities to solve complex problems and prevent the formation of new problems. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 602 - Philosophy of Leadership
A course that examines the major leadership theories and explores issues and challenges associated with leadership in organizations. Students investigate factors that influence effective and ineffective personal and organizational leadership as well as methods of enhancing their own leadership development. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 603 - Organizational Culture and Change
A course that addresses the primary theories and practices of organizational culture and change and provides an overview of the strategic visioning and planning process. Students acquire the skills and principles necessary to better understand the unique culture of their organization and develop planning methodologies that produce effective organizational change. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 611 - Communication Skills for Leaders
A course that examines three levels of organizational communication: large group, small group, and interpersonal (dyadic). The primary focus of the course is to introduce students to a wide variety of communication skills they may need to navigate effectively in the workplace and to ensure that messages are consistent, no matter the audience or media chosen. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 612 - Principles of Team Dynamics and Development
A course that helps students understand the theories and practices of group dynamics and team building and apply them in their organizations. Students focus on the skills necessary to develop high-performing group collaboration and intervention strategies to solve group problems that accompany team development. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 613 - Professional Ethics
An examination of the role of ethics in the life of leadership. Personal and professional dimensions of leadership decisions and behaviors are considered using case studies to focus on the dilemmas that people in leadership roles often face. Special emphasis is on assisting students to develop a personal code of ethics and assess their own behavior in light of it. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 614 - Organizational Leadership Lab
A course that provides a small group setting where students can explore their personal style of relating to others, as well as the effect it has on the group and can have on an organization. The group is provided with an overview of human relations skills, although the emphasis is primarily placed on the student’s direct involvement in the events occurring in the group and secondarily on formal agendas. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 615 - Principles of Research
A course that provides an overview of how those in leadership roles can utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to enhance the effectiveness of their organizations. Major topics include problem identification, research design, data collection methods, analysis and interpretation, and the ethics of organizational research. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 692 - Capstone
A course that provides an opportunity for students in the Organizational Leadership program to synthesize the competencies they have acquired from the curriculum with research and their work experience. This experience incorporates action research and may be, but is not limited to, a guided project (i.e. designing a new organization, analyzing an existing major organizational problem and recommending solutions, or developing and testing a seminar, a consulting case, etc.), an action research project, or master’s thesis.
Prerequisites & Notes
Completion of six core courses, including ORL 615, and approval from project advisor.
Credits: 3
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ORL 721 - Special Topics
A course that covers topics of current interest in the field of organizational leadership. Specific topics will be identified in the course schedule.
Credits: 3
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ORL 722 - Cultivating Organizational Creativity and Innovation
A course that presents vital skills required for cultivating individual and organizational creativity, including constructively challenging existing thinking, identifying alternative solutions, and increasing ideas and options. Creativity and innovative thinking are no longer options for organizations that want to survive and thrive.
Credits: 3
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ORL 723 - Strategic Marketing
A course that provides an overview of marketing and the implementation of planning methods to successfully develop components of the marketing mix. The course includes the practical application of marketing in developing a marketing plan to be implemented by students in their organizations. All organizations are involved in some type of marketing, formal or informal. Online delivery only.
Credits: 3
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ORL 724 - Law and Risk Management
A course that provides a study of the structure, characteristics, responsibilities, and liabilities of organizations with special attention to various legal considerations confronting the organization. The course explores and examines effective strategies and management approaches designed to avoid negative legal implications, minimize liability, and control exposure to legal risk.
Credits: 3
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ORL 725 - Balance and Burnout: The Personal Life of the Leader
A course that examines why marginlessness was the disease of the ‘90s and also how margins in four important areas - emotional energy, physical energy, finances, and time - can be restored. Margin - the space between our load and our limits - has recently disappeared, resulting in widespread overload and stress.
Credits: 3
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ORL 726 - Power and Influence
An exploration of the biblical and historical roots of authority, power, influence, the source of power, its use in organizations, its corruption, coercion, politics, and the issues of conflict and powerlessness. Students are encouraged to use a biblical worldview to develop a godly approach to leadership and power. They also examine their hearts and their views and uses of power, explore healthy methods of motivation, negotiation, and conflict management, and examine true empowerment from the perspective of a Christian leader. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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ORL 731 - Human Resource Management
A course that provides students with a practical, working understanding of the basic human resource management functions within organizations. Students gain an appreciation for the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that enhance human behavior within an organization. The development, design, and implementation of effective human resource management policies and practices are considered as the organization implements a strategic plan.
Credits: 3
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ORL 732 - Design and Delivery of Effective Training Programs
A course that helps students learn effective strategies for designing and delivering successful instruction. Students learn to identify training needs, understand adult learners, utilize high-impact delivery techniques, and master interactive instruction. The leadership function within an organization often requires training others.
Credits: 3
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ORL 733 - Recruitment and Training of Volunteers
A course that provides an overview of theories and practices specifically associated with effective volunteer programs. Nonprofit organizations are primarily dependent on volunteer involvement in accomplishing their missions and objectives. Many organizations have recently noticed that today’s volunteers are significantly different from those of other generations. There are a variety of factors that contribute to successful management of volunteers, including understanding demographic factors, motivating factors, and competencies.
Credits: 3
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ORL 734 - Principles of Organizational Consulting
A course that helps those students who desire to enhance their diagnostic and intervention skills for use as an internal or external consultant. Students acquire an understanding of methods that are necessary to help others accurately diagnose the source of problems and the strategies to facilitate an appropriate intervention. Most organizations utilize consultants to some degree, whether formally or informally. The rapid changes influencing society and organizations have increased the need for people with expertise in such fields as human relations, organizational structure, strategic planning, financial management, informational technology, conflict resolution, and team building.
Credits: 3
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ORL 741 - Financial Management for Organizations
A course that assists students in developing problem-solving and decision-making skills for application in the operation of organizations. One of the challenges facing organizational leadership is having unlimited ideas with limited resources. Because of this, it is vital for those serving in leadership to acquire the skills necessary for the interpretation and analysis of financial reports and plans, as well as business practices necessary in the for-profit and nonprofit settings.
Credits: 3
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ORL 742 - Fundraising and Development
A course that examines the critical issues of nonprofit public relations and development. One of the greatest challenges facing nonprofit organizations is limited resources. Planned giving, marketing, fundraising, and working with businesses and foundations are among major topics covered.
Credits: 3
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ORL 751 - Conflict Management and Resolution
A course that provides students with a thorough understanding of interpersonal conflict and principles to manage this conflict in constructive ways. Conflict is a normal and, at times, unavoidable aspect of human relations in organizations. Conflict can lead to personal growth and the generation of new ideas, or it can result in personal hurt and hinder individual and organizational performance.
Credits: 3
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ORL 752 - Understanding the Multi-Cultural Organization
A course that is a study of the dynamics and interactions among people in a diverse organization. It focuses primarily on issues of culture and ethnicity as barriers that people need to understand and navigate to successfully work as members of a team to accomplish organizational goals. Strategies to help individuals and groups better understand the diversity God created and the purpose for working together are explored.
Credits: 3
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PMN 631 - Homiletics
A course that focuses on gaining proficiency with an expository model of sermonic preparation and related communication concepts.
Credits: 3
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PMN 641 - Preaching and Teaching I
A course designed to instruct students in the principles and skills in communicating God’s Word. Emphasis is placed on analyzing sermons, the preparation of an expository sermon, and the development of communication skills. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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PMN 642 - Preaching and Teaching II
A course designed to deepen a student’s skills and understanding of preaching the Bible. Emphasis is placed on different genres of expository sermons and equipping the student to teach from every portion of Scripture. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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PMN 721 - Pastoral Counseling
A course that develops a basic understanding of pastoral counseling.
Credits: 3
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