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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
GREK1301:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic elements of Greek grammar:
a. the alphabet and parts of speech of the Greek language
b. the forms of the Greek verb in the Present, Imperfect, Future, and Aorist Tenses.
c. the forms and functions of Greek nouns in the first and second declension.
d. the forms and functions of the personal and demonstrative pronouns.
e. the proper prepositions of the Greek language.
2.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the basic vocabulary of the Greek New Testament.
3.
Demonstrate ability to translate into English Greek sentences and selected verses from the Greek
New Testament.
GREK1302:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic elements of Greek grammar:
a. the various forms of the verb in the Perfect and Pluperfect Tenses in the Indicative Mood.
b. the various forms of the verb in the Subjunctive and Imperative Moods
c. the nouns of the third declension.
d. the forms and functions of the Greek participle.
e. Contract Verbs, Irregular Adjectives and Adverbs, and ME Verbs.
f. the Article and the Infinitive.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic vocabulary of the Greek New Testament.
3.
Demonstrate ability to translate into English Greek sentences, selected verses from the Greek
New Testament, and especially from the New Testament Letter of 1 John.
GREK2301:
1.
Demonstrate an ability to translate from the Greek New Testament.
2.
Demonstrate an ability to parse all verbs, participles, and infinitives.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the more advanced elements of Greek Grammar:
a.
knowledge of syntactical categories for the Greek nouns in the eight cases.
b.
ability to translate the nouns in their appropriately in light of knowledge of the
syntactical categories.
GREK2302:
1.
Demonstrate an ability to translate from the Greek New Testament.
2.
Demonstrate an ability to parse verbs, participles, and infinitives.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the more advanced elements of Greek grammar:
a. knowledge of the syntactical categories of the various Greek tenses.
b. ability to translate the tenses correctly in light of the appropriate syntactical category.
PHIL1301:
1.
The student will develop skills for critical thinking, analysis, and expression.
2.
The student will acquire a philosophical vocabulary.
3.
The student will understand some of the views of significant philosophers about important
philosophical problems.
4.
The student will be able to state a personal philosophy.
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PHIL3304:
PHIL4303/5303:
PHIL4310/5310:
PHIL4314/5314:
PHIL4319:
1.
List and define major theories of ethics.
2.
Discuss the various theorists and authors in the classic ethics areas.
3.
Integrate the theories of ethics into every day, professional and personal living
4.
Examine various case studies and relate which ethics theories and methodologies are included.
5.
Distinguish between morality and ethics.
6.
Discuss the concept of social responsibility and discuss the role of ethics within that context.
7.
Outline the steps in decision making and describe the steps used.
PHIL4322/5322:
PHIL4323/5323:
PHIL5313:
PHIL5316:
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of the biblical foundations for the teaching ministry of the
church.
2.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the value of small groups and community development within
the local church.
3.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the process of curriculum development and lesson
planning.
4.
Demonstrate an awareness of age group planning and teaching techniques.
5.
Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of an effective teaching ministry.
PHIL5319:
1.
List and define major theories of ethics.
2.
Discuss the various theorists and authors in the classic ethics areas.
3.
Integrate the theories of ethics into every day, professional and personal living
4.
Examine various case studies and relate which ethics theories and methodologies are included.
5.
Distinguish between morality and ethics.
6.
Discuss the concept of social responsibility and discuss the role of ethics within that context.
7.
Outline the steps in decision making and describe the steps used.
RLED1301:
1.
Articulate his/her calling and awareness of various ministry options.
2.
Discover his/her personality traits, spiritual gifts, and abilities for ministry.
3.
Experience the process of spiritual formation within a small group setting.
4.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of Baptist history, doctrines, distinctives, polity, structure,
and organizations.
1/10/12
RLED3315:
1.
Student will demonstrate knowledge of the Biblical attitude toward children.
2.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of how preschoolers and children learn.
3.
Student will demonstrate knowledge of the developmental needs of preschoolers and children.
4.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of how to implement a Sunday School Program for
preschoolers and children.
RLED3319:
1.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of youth culture.
2.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the purpose driven youth ministry.
3.
Student will demonstrate awareness of the components of a vital youth ministry.
4.
Student will demonstrate knowledge of programming for youth ministry.
RLED3320:
1.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the call to youth ministry.
2.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the many roles of the youth minister.
3.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the elements of a philosophy of youth ministry.
RLED3325:
1.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the developmental stages of adults.
2.
Student will demonstrate awareness of ministry opportunities for adults at each life stage.
3.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the teaching/learning process for adults.
4.
Student will demonstrate awareness of the promises and problems of small group ministry.
RLED 3335
1.
Demonstrate awareness of the Biblical background for Christian marriage.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the skills of couple communication.
3.
Demonstrate awareness of the steps to marital conflict resolution.
4.
Demonstrate awareness of the issues with Christian marriage.
RLED4301:
1.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the historical, philosophical, Biblical, and theological
foundations of Christian Education.
2.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of developmental perspectives in Christian Education.
3.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the teaching-learning process and the implications for
Christian Education.
RLED4302:
1.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of Church Administration.
2.
Student will demonstrate awareness of how to help a church become purpose driven.
3.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the art and skill of leadership.
RLED 4321
1.
Demonstrate understanding of the relatedness between psychology and religion.
2.
Demonstrate awareness of psychological insights to religion.
3.
Demonstrate understanding of how psychology and religion can be integrated to understand the
religious experience.
1/10/12
RLED5301:
1.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the historical, philosophical, Biblical, and theological
foundations of Christian Education.
2.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of developmental perspectives in Christian Education.
3.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the teaching-learning process and the implications for
Christian Education.
RLED5302:
1.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of Church Administration.
2.
Student will demonstrate awareness of how to help a church become purpose driven.
3.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the art and skill of leadership
RLED5316:
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of the biblical foundations for the teaching ministry of the
church.
2.
Demonstrate an appreciation for the value of small groups and community development within
the local church.
3.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the process of curriculum development and lesson
planning.
4.
Demonstrate an awareness of age group planning and teaching techniques.
5.
Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of an effective teaching ministry.
RLGN0001:
1.
Access the various resources available from WBU Learning Resource Center
2.
Research and document material for collective papers as required by The School of Religion and
Philosophy
3.
Complete a research project using the Turabian Style method
RLED/RLGN3309:
1.
Student will demonstrate knowledge of the traditional Christian disciplines.
2.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the value of personal and congregational spiritual
formation.
3.
Student will demonstrate knowledge of the various avenues for enhancing spiritual formation.
RLED/RLGN3335:
1.
Student will demonstrate awareness of the Biblical background for Christian marriage.
2.
Student will demonstrate an understanding of the skills of couple communication.
3.
Student will demonstrate awareness of the steps to marital conflict resolution.
4.
Student will demonstrate awareness of the issues with Christian marriage.
RLED/RLGN4308:
1.
Students will have an understanding of the New Testament strategy of evangelism
2.
Students will understand the importance of the Holy Spirit, prayer, compassion, and patience in
evangelism
3.
Students will be equipped to share their personal testimony.
4.
Students will be proficient in sharing the Gospel in a systematic manner
5.
Students will know how to approach non-Christians with a view of sharing the Gospel with them
6.
Students will know how to be sensitive to those around them
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RLED/RLGN4312:
1.
Articulate the biblical foundations for Christian missions.
2.
Discuss and critically evaluate various Christian mission methodologies.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary Christian mission efforts, trends and resources.
RLED/RLGN4315:
1.
Define the biblical and theological foundations of Christian ministry.
2.
Articulate her/his understanding and expression of call to ministry and giftedness for ministry.
3.
Describe the nature, purposes, and ministries of the church as the foundation for doing Christian
ministry.
4.
Identify the preparation and skills necessary to Christian ministry.
5.
Identify the application of basic principles in ministerial ethics.
RLED/RLGN4321:
1.
Articulate the correlation between psychology and religion.
2.
Demonstrate awareness of psychological insights to religion.
3.
Explain the integration of psychology and religion into a viable model for understanding the
religious experience.
RLED/RLGN4349:
1.
Describe the life and contributions of key individuals in the history of Christian missions.
2.
Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of major movements within the history of
Christian missions.
3.
Discuss Baptist contributions to the history of Christian missions.
RLED/RLGN4351:
1.
Discuss the roles of geography and politics in East African Christian history.
2.
Communicate more effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
3.
Develop a useful, limited vocabulary of the Kiswahili language.
4.
Build personal ministry skills for participating in a mission trip to East Africa.
RLED/RLGN4361:
1.
Student will demonstrate an awareness of his/her attitudes toward ministry, as well as his/her
readiness for ministry
2.
Student will demonstrate an ability to do theological reflection.
3.
Student will participate in a field experience with a trained minister/supervisor.
4.
Student will demonstrate a deeper, more focused understanding of his/her call to ministry.
RLED/RLGN5308:
1.
Students will have an understanding of the New Testament strategy of evangelism
2.
Students will understand the importance of the Holy Spirit, prayer, compassion, and patience in
evangelism
3.
Students will be equipped to share their personal testimony.
4.
Students will be proficient in sharing the Gospel in a systematic manner
5.
Students will know how to approach non-Christians with a view of sharing the Gospel with them
6.
Students will know how to be sensitive to those around them
RLED/RLGN5312:
1.
Articulate the biblical foundations for Christian missions.
2.
Discuss and critically evaluate various Christian mission methodologies.
1/10/12
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary Christian mission efforts, trends and resources.
RLED/RLGN5315:
1.
Define the biblical and theological foundations of Christian ministry.
2.
Articulate her/his understanding and expression of call to ministry and giftedness for ministry.
3.
Describe the nature, purposes, and ministries of the church as the foundation for doing Christian
ministry.
4.
Identify the preparation and skills necessary to Christian ministry.
5.
Identify the application of basic principles in ministerial ethics.
RLED/RLGN5321:
1.
Articulate the correlation between psychology and religion.
2.
Demonstrate awareness of psychological insights to religion.
3.
Explain the integration of psychology and religion into a viable model for understanding the
religious experience
RLED/RLGN5349:
1.
Describe the life and contributions of key individuals in the history of Christian missions.
2.
Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of major movements within the history of
Christian missions.
3.
Discuss Baptist contributions to the history of Christian missions.
RLGN1301:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the historical, religious, and social context of the Old Testament
world.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the critical methods used in Old Testament studies.
3.
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic content of the Old Testament and its main teachings
(theological content).
4.
Demonstrate knowledge of the canonical process producing a more complete understanding of
the Old Testament.
RLGN1302:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the historical, religious, and social context of the New Testament
world.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the critical methods used in New Testament studies.
3.
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic content of the New Testament and its main
teachings (theological content).
4.
Demonstrate knowledge of the canonical process producing a more complete understanding of
the New Testament.
RLED/RLGN 3312
1.
Describe the life and contributions of key individuals in the history of Christian missions.
2.
Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of major movements within the history of
Christian missions.
3.
Discuss Baptist contributions to the history of Christian missions.
RLGN4302:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of major doctrinal positions, including identification of relevant biblical
passages, chief exponents, and key theological terms.
2.
Articulate clearly his or her own personal beliefs in relation to historic Christian doctrines.
1/10/12
3.
Identify meaningful ways to relate theology to the ministry of the church.
RLGN 4303
1.
Identify the major terms and concepts within philosophy of religion.
2.
Articulate issues arising out of a philosophical analysis of religion.
3.
Communicate attitudes regarding major issues in philosophy of religion.
4.
Develop skills in critical analysis on major issues in philosophy of religion.
RLGN4304:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the development of the discipline of Old Testament theology and
identify major contemporary theologies of the Old Testament
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major theological Old Testament concepts of God, humankind,
sin, salvation, and other theological issues
3.
Demonstrate how the development of Old Testament theology has influenced the church’s
interpretation of Scripture
RLGN4305:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the main themes that comprise the Theology of the New Testament.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the problems and issues involved in the discipline of New Testament
Theology.
3.
Demonstrate ability to understand the theological themes of the New Testament in light of their
original contexts, and how to apply those teachings to the lives of believers and unbelievers
living in the twenty-first century.
RLGN4306:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major historical developments in ancient Israel from 587 BCE to
135 BCE, known as the Second Temple Period
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the development of the cultural and theological influences in
the world in which the New Testament developed including the major components of
apocalyptic, Gnosticism, Zoroastrianism, and the completing sectarian groups in Second
Temple Judaism
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of Second Temple Period literature
including the Apocrypha, Pseudepigrapha, Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Nag Hammadi texts
RLGN4307:
1.
Be able to identify the major periods, movements, and trends in the history of western
Christianity.
2.
Be able to describe the life and work of selected persons who are significant in the history of
western Christianity.
3.
Be able to interpret the relationship of Christianity to the evolution of western culture.
RLGN 4310
1.
Be able to identify the fundamental beliefs and define the basic vocabulary of the major world
religions.
2.
Be able to discuss the significant historical events, persons, and groups related to the origin and
development of the major world religions.
3.
Be able to identify areas of commonality and difference between Christianity and the other
major world religions which might promote an effective witness.
1/10/12
RLGN4311:
1.
Describe the origins, development, essential doctrines, and present status of new religious
movements in America.
2.
Explain the appeal of such groups to the American people.
3.
Formulate a method that facilitates dialogue with persons affiliated with religious cults and
sects.
RLED/RLGN 4312
1.
Articulate the biblical foundations for Christian missions.
2.
Discuss and critically evaluate various Christian mission methodologies.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary Christian mission efforts, trends and resources
RLGN 4314
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the general rules of biblical interpretation leading to a proclamation
of the biblical text that is both responsible and defensible
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of interpretation and the effect on biblical interpretation
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of genres of the biblical text, tools used in interpretation, and scholarly
criticism necessary for responsible exegesis of the biblical text
RLGN 4315
1.
Define the biblical and theological foundations of Christian ministry.
2.
Articulate her/his understanding and expression of call to ministry and giftedness for ministry.
3.
Describe the nature, purposes, and ministries of the church as the foundation for doing Christian
ministry.
4.
Identify the preparation and skills necessary to Christian ministry.
5.
Identify the application of basic principles in ministerial ethics.
RLGN4316:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the development and history of scholarship concerning the
Pentateuch and the Deuteronomistic History
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of the writings found in the Pentateuch
and the Deuteronomistic History
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural, social, and historical background of the Pentateuch and
Deuteronomistic History
RLGN4317:
1.
Demonstrate the ability to relate the prophetic tradition in ancient Israel within the history of
that nation and describe the institution of prophecy in relationship to the ancient Near East
2.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the major issues in the criticism and interpretation of the
prophetic books
3.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the historical background and message of each of the Old
Testament Latter prophets and relate that message to the contemporary world
RLGN 4318
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and theology of the books of the Bible that are included
in the third division of the Hebrew Bible known as The Writings and to relate the message of the
books to the contemporary world
2.
Demonstrate understanding of and be able to define the nature of wisdom in ancient Israel as
well as the ancient Near East
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major issues in the criticism and interpretation of the Writings
1/10/12
RLGN4319:
1.
Articulate the biblical principles forming a theology of proclamation
2.
Demonstrate the skills involved in sermon preparation, including organization, exegesis,
gathering sermon materials, developing a contemporary hermeneutic.
3.
Demonstrate skills in sermon delivery, effectively communicating the Christian message with
varying audiences and varying sermon objectives.
4.
Plan an appropriate program of preaching.
RLGN4320:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the socio-historical world of Jesus and the earliest Christian
believers.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of Jesus in light of their original contexts, and
how to apply those teachings to the lives of believers and unbelievers living in the twenty-first
century.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use some of the methods scholars use in the seeking
to understanding the historical Jesus and the nature of the New Testament Gospels.
RLGN 4321
1.
Articulate the correlation between psychology and religion.
2.
Demonstrate awareness of psychological insights to religion.
3.
Explain the integration of psychology and religion into a viable model for understanding the
religious experience
RLGN4322:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the outline (outward course) of Paul’s Life as revealed in the Letters
of Paul and the Book of Acts.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of Paul in his letters in light of their original
context, and how to apply those teachings to the lives of believers and unbelievers living in the
twenty-first century.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the textual and interpretive problems involved in
understanding Paul’s Life and Letters.
RLGN 4323
1.
Identify the major biblical themes and theological doctrines informing Christian ethics.
2.
Identify the major philosophical ethical theories informing Christian ethics.
3.
Apply the major theological doctrines and major philosophical theories to contemporary ethical
issues to frame distinctively Christian ethical responses.
RLGN 4324
1.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of the General Epistles and the Book of
Revelation in light of their original contexts, and how to apply those teachings to the lives of
believers and unbelievers living in the twenty-first century.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of some of the textual and interpretive problems involved in
understanding and applying the General Epistles and Revelation to today.
3.
Demonstrate understanding of the traditional methods for interpreting the Book of Revelation
as a whole, and more specifically the traditional views of the millennial kingdom of Christ.
RLGN 4325
1.
Identify the significant contributions of major theologians and movements to the history of
Christian thought.
1/10/12
2.
3.
Discuss the key issues involved in major theological debates and schools of thought.
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of history and culture upon the development of
Christian doctrines.
RLGN 4326
1.
Articulate a basic theology of the Holy Spirit, including the nature of his person and work.
2.
Discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in the inspiration of the Scriptures, in the life of the individual
Christian, and in the ministry of the church.
3.
Demonstrate the ability to deal responsibly with controversial issues related to the work of the
Holy Spirit such as spiritual gifts and spirit infilling.
RLGN 4330
1.
Be able to describe the origin and development of the Baptist movement, including important
persons, events, and institutions.
2.
Know the history of Baptists in America within the broader context of the Baptist movement.
3.
Be able to identify and discuss historic emphases in Baptist theology and ecclesiology.
4.
Be able to summarize the contributions of Baptists to western history.
RLGN 4351
1.
Discuss the roles of geography and politics in East African Christian history.
2.
Communicate more effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
3.
Develop a useful, limited vocabulary of the Kiswahili language.
4.
build personal ministry skills for participating in a mission trip to East Africa.
RLGN5304:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the development of the discipline of Old Testament theology and
identify major contemporary theologies of the Old Testament
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major theological Old Testament concepts of God, humankind,
sin, salvation, and other theological issues
3.
Demonstrate how the development of Old Testament theology has influenced the church’s
interpretation of Scripture
RLGN5306:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major historical developments in ancient Israel from 587 BCE to
135 BCE, known as the Second Temple Period
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the development of the cultural and theological influences in the
world in which the New Testament developed including the major components of apocalyptic,
Gnosticism, Zoroastrianism, and the completing sectarian groups in Second Temple Judaism
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of Second Temple Period literature
including the Apocrypha, Pseudepigrapha, Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Nag Hammadi texts
RLGN5307:
1.
Be able to identify the major periods, movements, and trends in the history of western
Christianity.
2.
Be able to describe the life and work of selected persons who are significant in the history of
western Christianity.
3.
Be able to interpret the relationship of Christianity to the evolution of western culture.
1/10/12
RLGN5311:
1.
Describe the origins, development, essential doctrines, and present status of new religious
movements in America.
2.
Explain the appeal of such groups to the American people.
3.
Formulate a method that facilitates dialogue with persons affiliated with religious cults and
sects.
RLGN5314:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the general rules of biblical interpretation leading to a proclamation
of the biblical text that is both responsible and defensible.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of interpretation and the effect on biblical interpretation.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of genres of the biblical text, tools used in interpretation, and scholarly
criticism necessary for responsible exegesis of the biblical text.
RLGN5316:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the development and history of scholarship concerning the
Pentateuch and the Deuteronomistic History
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of the writings found in the Pentateuch
and the Deuteronomistic History
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural, social, and historical background of the Pentateuch and
Deuteronomistic History
RLGN5317:
1.
Understand the lives and literature of the major and the minor prophets.
2.
Understand the historical and cultural setting of each period.
3.
Understand the political, social and moral conditions of each book.
4.
Understand the message and theology of each book.
5.
Be able to apply their message to the churches of today
RLGN5318:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and theology of the books of the Bible that are included
in the third School of the Hebrew Bible known as The Writings and to relate the message of the
books to the contemporary world
2.
Demonstrate understanding of and be able to define the nature of wisdom in ancient Israel as
well as the ancient Near East
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the major issues in the criticism and interpretation of the Writings
RLGN5319:
1.
Articulate the biblical principles forming a theology of proclamation
2.
Demonstrate the skills involved in sermon preparation, including organization, exegesis,
gathering sermon materials, developing a contemporary hermeneutic.
3.
Demonstrate skills in sermon delivery, effectively communicating the Christian message with
varying audiences and varying sermon objectives.
4.
Plan an appropriate program of preaching.
RLGN5320:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the socio-historical world of Jesus and the earliest Christian
believers.
1/10/12
2.
3.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of Jesus in light of their original contexts, and
how to apply those teachings to the lives of believers and unbelievers living in the twenty-first
century.
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use some of the methods scholars use in the seeking
to understanding the historical Jesus and the nature of the New Testament Gospels.
RLGN5321:
1.
Discuss the correlation between psychology and religion.
2.
Describe psychological insights related to religion.
3.
Explain the integration of psychology and religion into a viable model for understanding the
religious experience.
4.
Formulate various aspects of psychological phenomenon within the Christian experience of
faith.
5.
Write a scholarly research paper developing the relationship of psychology to religion.
RLGN5322:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the outline (outward course) of Paul’s Life as revealed in the Letters
of Paul and the Book of Acts.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of Paul in his letters in light of their original
context, and how to apply those teachings to the lives of believers and unbelievers living in the
twenty-first century.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of some of the textual and interpretive problems involved in
understanding Paul’s Life and Letters.
RLGN5324:
1.
Demonstrate understanding of the main teachings of the General Epistles and the Book of
Revelation in light of their original contexts, and how to apply those teachings to the lives of
believers and unbelievers living in the twenty-first century.
2.
Demonstrate understanding of some of the textual and interpretive problems involved in
understanding and applying the General Epistles and Revelation to today.
3.
Demonstrate understanding of the traditional methods for interpreting the Book of Revelation
as a whole, and more specifically the traditional views of the millennial kingdom of Christ.
RLGN5325:
1.
Identify the significant contributions of major theologians and movements to the history of
Christian thought.
2.
Discuss the key issues involved in major theological debates and schools of thought.
3.
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of history and culture upon the development of
Christian doctrines.
RLGN5327:
1.
Students will gain knowledge and understanding of the biblical and theological foundations of
worship
2.
Students will gain knowledge and understanding of major historical developments of Hebrew
and early Christian worship through the Reformation
3.
Students will gain knowledge and understanding of important characteristics of Christian
worship since the Reformation, especially among Evangelicals, with an emphasis on worship
renewal beginning in the mid-1970’s
4.
Students will define issues and develop strategies for teaching and leading local church worship
in the 21st century
1/10/12
RLGN5328:
RLGN5330:
1.
The student will be able to describe the origin and development of the Baptist movement,
including important persons, events, and institutions.
2.
The student will know the history of Baptists in America within the broader context of the
Baptist movement.
3.
The student will be able to identify and discuss historic emphases in Baptist theology and
ecclesiology.
4.
The student will be able to summarize the contributions of Baptists to Christian history.
RLGN5340:
1.
Strive to master the deep and rich contents of Philippians
2.
Grow deeper in their understanding of the mind of Paul
3.
Grow deeper in their understanding of the history of Philippi and its culture in the first-century
world
4.
Appreciate the history of interpretation and influence of Philippians
5.
Reflect on the implications of discipleship for exegesis and hermeneutic
RLGN5343:
1.
Understand and expound the biblical foundations upon which divine providence has been
traditionally formulated
2.
Explain the history of theological thinking related to divine providence
3.
Analyze the impact of philosophical formulations upon divine providence
4.
Describe how divine providence intersects critical aspects in the Christian life
5.
Develop a personal view of divine providence and be able to defend it
RLGN5346:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of major doctrinal positions, including identification of relevant biblical
passages, chief exponents, and key theological terms.
2.
Articulate clearly his or her own personal beliefs in relation to historic Christian doctrines.
3.
Identify meaningful ways to relate theology to the ministry of the church.
RLGN5350:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the nature and canon of the Old Testament.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of the books of Genesis through 1 Kings
11 (1 Chronicles).
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural, social, and historical background from Abraham to
Solomon.
RLGN5351:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural, social, and historical background from Solomon through
the Restoration.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of Hebrew Poetry, Wisdom Literature, and
Prophetic literature.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of the books of 1 Kings 12 through
Malachi (less 1 Chronicles).
1/10/12
RLGN5352:
1.
Knowledge of the historical and cultural background from the Intertestamental Period through
the end of the first century
2.
Knowledge of the nature and canon of the New Testament
3.
Knowledge of and ability to use critical methods in New Testament study
4.
Knowledge of the content and significance of the canonical Gospels
RLGN5353:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the historical and cultural background of Acts through
2.
Revelation
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of critical issues associated with Acts through Revelation.
4.
Demonstrate knowledge of the content and significance of Acts through Revelation.
PHIL/RLGN4303:
1.
Identify the major terms and concepts within philosophy of religion.
2.
Articulate issues arising out of a philosophical analysis of religion.
3.
Communicate attitudes regarding major issues in philosophy of religion.
4.
Develop skills in critical analysis on major issues in philosophy of religion.
PHIL/RLGN 4310:
1.
Be able to identify the fundamental beliefs and define the basic vocabulary of the major world
religions.
2.
Be able to discuss the significant historical events, persons, and groups related to the origin and
development of the major world religions.
3.
Be able to identify areas of commonality and difference between Christianity and the other
major world religions which might promote an effective witness.
PHIL/RLGN4314:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the general rules of biblical interpretation leading to a proclamation
of the biblical text that is both responsible and defensible
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of interpretation and the effect on biblical interpretation
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of genres of the biblical text, tools used in interpretation, and scholarly
criticism necessary for responsible exegesis of the biblical text
PHIL/RLGN4323:
1.
Identify the major biblical themes and theological doctrines informing Christian ethics.
2.
Identify the major philosophical ethical theories informing Christian ethics.
3.
Apply the major theological doctrines and major philosophical theories to contemporary ethical
issues to frame distinctively Christian ethical responses
PHIL/RLGN5303:
1.
Identify the major terms and concepts within philosophy of religion.
2.
Articulate issues arising out of a philosophical analysis of religion.
3.
Communicate attitudes regarding major issues in philosophy of religion.
4.
Develop skills in critical analysis on major issues in philosophy of religion.
PHIL/RLGN5310:
1.
Be able to identify the fundamental beliefs and define the basic vocabulary of the major world
religions.
1/10/12
2.
3.
Be able to discuss the significant historical events, persons, and groups related to the origin and
development of the major world religions.
Be able to identify areas of commonality and difference between Christianity and the other
major world religions which might promote an effective witness.
PHIL/RLGN5314:
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the general rules of biblical interpretation leading to a proclamation
of the biblical text that is both responsible and defensible
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of interpretation and the effect on biblical interpretation
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of genres of the biblical text, tools used in interpretation, and scholarly
criticism necessary for responsible exegesis of the biblical text
PHIL/RLGN5323:
1.
Identify the major biblical themes and theological doctrines informing Christian ethics.
2.
Identify the major philosophical ethical theories informing Christian ethics.
3.
Apply the major theological doctrines and major philosophical theories to contemporary ethical
issues to frame distinctively Christian ethical responses.
HEBR 1301
1.
Demonstrate understanding of the analysis of the verb forms and the basic function and syntax
of the Hebrew language
2.
Demonstrate the development of a Hebrew vocabulary of over 400 of the most used Hebrew
words in the Old Testament
3.
Demonstrate the effective use of a Hebrew dictionary and the ability to translate simple
sentences from the Hebrew Bible
HEBR 1302
1.
Demonstrate the ability to translate and read aloud Hebrew texts
2.
Demonstrate the development of a Hebrew vocabulary of over 800 of the most used Hebrew
words in the Old Testament
3.
Demonstrate the ability to translate verses from the Hebrew Bible with the aid of a dictionary