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ICS 9600 - Research Methods inIntercultural Studies
Credits: 6
This course offers you a guided study in the techniques and tools of research methods needed to write a doctoral dissertation in Intercultural Studies. You will learn to craft a research problem, employ appropriate research methodologies, locate and evaluate scholarly sources, document sources, and write at the doctoral level.
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ICS 9900 - Dissertation Proposal in Intercultural Studies
Credits: 6
Building upon the skills gained in the Research Methods course, in this course you will construct a Dissertation Proposal that includes your research problem, sub-questions, stated research methodology, review of precedent literature, and outline and plan for writing up the dissertation. The final proposal must be approved by the Dissertation Proposal Committee before a student may begin the Dissertation Research and Development course.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9600
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ICS 9901 - Dissertation Research & Development in Intercultural Studies
Credits: 4.5
Upon successful complete of the Dissertation Proposal Course, you will work under the supervision of a faculty mentor toward completion of an 80,000-100,000 work of original research in a selected area of Intercultural Studies. Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9900
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ICS 9902 - Dissertation Research & Development in Intercultural Studies II
Credits: 4.5
Upon successful complete of the Dissertation Proposal Course, you will work under the supervision of a faculty mentor toward completion of an 80,000-100,000 work of original research in a selected area of Intercultural Studies. Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9901
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ICS 9903 - Dissertation Research & Development in Intercultural Studies III
Credits: 4.5
Upon successful complete of the Dissertation Proposal Course, you will work under the supervision of a faculty mentor toward completion of an 80,000-100,000 work of original research in a selected area of Intercultural Studies. Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9902
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ICS 9904 - Dissertation Research & Development in Intercultural Studies IV
Credits: 4.5
Upon successful complete of the Dissertation Proposal Course, you will work under the supervision of a faculty mentor toward completion of an 80,000-100,000 work of original research in a selected area of Intercultural Studies.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9903
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ICS 9905 - Dissertation Defense in Intercultural Studies V
Credits: 0
Upon successful completion of the Dissertation Research and Development and upon the supervising professor’s recommendation, you will submit the final draft of your 80,000-100,000-word dissertation to the Dissertation Defense Committee comprised of the supervising professor and two additional faculty members. Once the committee has read the dissertation, you will appear before them and give an oral defense. Repeatable.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9904
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ICS 9950 - Doctoral Studies: Intercultural Studies
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
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ICS 9999 - Dissertation Continuation
Credits: 0
In the event that you are not ready for the Dissertation Defense after completing Dissertation Research and Development in Intercultural Studies I-IV, you may register for an additional semester of dissertation writing. A continuation fee will be assessed.
Prerequisite(s): ICS 9904 Repeatable.
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Internship |
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INT 6110 - Foundations of Internships
Credits: 0
This course is intended as a prerequisite for other INT courses. You will prepare for an internship by establishing a clear plan for learning and understanding the expectations, responsibilities, and activities associated with your internship experience. You must complete this course before you begin your internship. You do not need to secure an internship before enrolling in this course.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 5300
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INT 6211 - Internship
Credits: 1.5
While serving as an intern, you will have the opportunity to explore, develop, and enhance your personal and practical skills needed in ministry. This course is designed as a practicum, completing the third part of the CIU SSM educational triad (biblical knowledge, spiritual formation, and practical ministry skills).
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INT 6212 - Internship
Credits: 1.5
While serving as an intern, you will have the opportunity to explore, develop, and enhance your personal and practical skills needed in ministry. This course is designed as a practicum, completing the third part of the CIU SSM educational triad (biblical knowledge, spiritual formation, and practical ministry skills).
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INT 6217 - Focused Internship I
Credits: 1.5
In this course, you will enhane your proficiency in ministry and organizational knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained through your studies in a focused internship under the supervision of an on-site mentor and a faculty advisor. Each course involves at least 120 hours of direct ministry experience. (1.5)
Prerequisite(s): INT 6110
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INT 6218 - Focused Internship II
Credits: 1.5
In this course, you will enhane your proficiency in ministry and organizational knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained through your studies in a focused internship under the supervision of an on-site mentor and a faculty advisor. Each course involves at least 120 hours of direct ministry experience. (1.5)
Prerequisite(s): INT 6110
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INT 6254 - Ministry Care Internship I
Credits: 1.5
This course focuses on the ethics, paradigms, spirituality, and skills needed to do quality pastoral care and counseling. You will be taped and evaluated demonstrating pastoral counseling skills in the counseling lab. With appropriate supervision, you will see clients at an off-campus setting.
Prerequisite(s): INT 6110
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INT 6255 - Ministry Care Internship II
Credits: 1.5
This course focuses on the ethics, paradigms, spirituality, and skills needed to do quality pastoral care and counseling. You will be taped and evaluated demonstrating pastoral counseling skills in the counseling lab. With appropriate supervision, you will see clients at an off-campus setting.
Prerequisite(s): INT 6110
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INT 6256 - Missionary Care Internship I
Credits: 1.5
You will learn from experienced cross-cultural workers in an international setting how to resource and care for missionaries. During this six-week intensive internship, you will focus on the basic practices for culture acquisition, language learning, and thriving in a cross-cultural context as foundational components to build awareness of the care needs of missionaries. This internship is required for Missionary Care students who lack six months of overseas service. INT 6110
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INT 6257 - Ministry Care Extended Internship
Credits: 1
This course is for students who have completed three hours of Pastoral and/or Missionary Care Internship coursework but have not yet met the total number of supervised hours required. You will give case presentations and will receive feedback from the class and the professor on your counseling work. You will also be part of a feedback, problem-solving, and evaluation process for other students in the class. It is expected that you will complete assignments and readings for the class, and that you will faithfully attend classes until your counseling internship hours are completed. This course may be repeated as necessary. The hours earned do not apply to degree requirements.
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INT 6920 - Intercultural/Muslim Internship
Credits: 3
As a capstone experience in your degree, you will spend a minimum of 250 hours in a context of intercultural or Muslim ministry under the supervision of a qualified mentor in the field. Your location, plan for ministry, and field mentor must be approved by your advisor before registration.
Prerequisite(s): GLS 6515
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INT 6921 - Intercultural/ Muslim Studies Internship II
Credits: 3
In certain pre-approved extended field opportunities and as a follow up to INT 6920 - Intercultural/Muslim Internship , you will spend a minimum of 250 hours in a context of intercultural or Muslim ministry under the supervision of a qualified mentor in the field. Your location, plan for ministry, and field mentor must be approved by your advisor before registration.
Prerequisite(s): INT 6920
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INT 6930 - Best Practices for International Workers
Credits: 3
You will learn from experienced international workers the basic practices for preparation, entry, language/culture acquisition, and thriving in a cross-cultural field environment. Some classes meet in homes of experienced international workers.
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INT 6950 - FDS: Internship
Credits: 1
Under the direction of a faculty member you will participate in a ministry setting which correlates directly to your vocational goals. This course is available by approval of the Associate Dean for Ministry Skills Development.
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INT 7100 - Field-based Competence Assessment
Credits: 3
During this internship experience you will demonstrate the competencies pertinent to your concentration as you plan, implement and evaluate a project in your field of work, under supervision of a qualified mentor. Several assessment steps are integrated towards a comprehensive evaluation of student learning in relation to the program level outcomes. This field-based competence assessment is one of three required elements (including RES 7962 & CMP 7100) that form the comprehensive exercise of your degree program, if you do not choose the thesis-option. (3)
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LDR 1010 - Introduction to Leadership
Credits: 3
This course provides you an overview of the basics of leadership, including focus on both a personal and organizational context. You will cover such key areas such as creating and communicating a vision, empowering others and affirming your contributions, challenging the status quo, leading change, and celebrating team and organizational success. You will apply what they learn to evaluate your own personal leadership practices. (3) Limited to online program students.
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LDR 3010 - Organizational Leadership
Credits: 3
This course will provide you an understanding of organizational leadership-both theoretical and practical-from a biblical perspective. You will discuss the topic of leadership in contexts that include interpersonal relationships, organizational structure and processes, and organizational culture. The biblical concept of covenant will be used as a model for identifying and implementing best leadership practices within each of these contexts. (3) Limited to online program students.
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Linguistics |
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LNG 3950 - FDS in Linguistics
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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LNG 4440 - Introduction to Linguistics/Bible Translation
Credits: 3
In this course you will begin to explore linguistics by being introduced to principles involved in the study and analysis of the phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics of any language, with practical application relating to data from different languages. You will especially focus on criteria and procedures involved in the cross-language and cross-cultural translation of the Bible.
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LNG 4471 - Basic TEFL Techniques
Credits: 3
In the first in a series of self-contained, teacher-training courses, you will begin to develop practical skills in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). You will concentrate on the following: Teaching vocabulary and expressions with the help of teaching aids and reading texts; learning, presenting, and practicing English structure; asking questions; and tent-making ministries.
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LNG 4472 - Practical TEFL Skills
Credits: 3
In the second in a series of self-contained, teacher-training courses, you will continue to develop skills in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). You will concentrate on the following: Designing teaching aids; planning lessons; facilitating pair-work and group-work; and learning and teaching basic English pronunciation.
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LNG 4473 - Communicative TEFL Skills
Credits: 3
This is the third in a series of self-contained, teacher-training courses. You will develop practical skills in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) by focusing on the following: Developing basic to more advanced skills in speaking, listening, and reading; motivating students; using questions to elicit language; facilitating role plays; and tutoring.
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LNG 4474 - Advanced TEFL Techniques
Credits: 3
This is the fourth in a series of teaching-training courses, during which you will continue to develop practical skills in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) by focusing on the following: Developing basic to advanced writing skills, correcting errors, testing student progress, planning instructional units, and evaluating teaching.
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LNG 4475 - Introduction to Language Learning
Credits: 3
This course is designed to equip you for success in the independent learning of a language and culture. You will go through a language learning cycle, including: Developing language learning resources, meeting with a language partner, and recording observatons on language, culture, and social interaction. You will also begin to explore linguistics by being introduced to principles involved in the study and analysis of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics of any language, with practical application relating to L2 acquisition.
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LNG 4710 - Theoretical Foundations for Language Teaching
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of English language teaching. It examines the theories and practices of language teaching and learning in general, and English language teaching and learning in particular, focusing on research-based practices and strategies for teaching K-12 as well as adult English language learners. Students will also learn the principles of curriculum development and assessment for language programs. (3)
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LNG 4930 - TEFL Internship
Credits: 3
The Internship is an intensive experience in teaching English to speakers of other languages, and usually takes place following the junior year. It focuses on developing skills and techniques while applying language teaching theory and principles. (3)
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LNG 5040 - Teaching Listening, Speaking, and Pronounciation
Credits: 3
This course explores alternative methods and techniques for teaching listening, speaking, and pronunciation to K-12 and adult English Language Learners (ELLs) at various levels of proficiency. It includes theoretical foundations, and students will design their own lesson plans that are contextually applicable in a variety of instructional settings.
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LNG 5041 - Intro to Language Learning
Credits: 3
This is an introductory course in language learning, designed primarily for missionaries. Using the Brewsters’ LAMP method (Language Acquisition Made Practical), the course involves building skills needed to create a personalized, non-classroom-based language learning program. It also includes strategies for traditional classroom-based programs and specific training in articulatory phonetics. Because of the essential field work component, this course is not available for audit.
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LNG 5045 - Teaching Reading, Writing, and Grammar
Credits: 3
This course explores alternative methods and techniques for teaching reading, writing, and grammar to K-12 and adult English Language Learners (ELLs) at various levels of proficiency. It also examines the principles and processes of ESOL reading and writing, as well as pedagogical theories and relevant materials for ELLs. Students will design their own lesson plans that are contextually applicable in a variety of instructional settings.
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LNG 5046 - Principles of Language Learning
Credits: 3
This course will train you in effective principles of language learning emphasizing LAMP, Total Physical Response (TPR), and phonetics. The goal is to provide you with the knowledge needed to learn a new language in any context.
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LNG 5710 - Theoretical Foundations-Language Teaching
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of English language teaching. It examines the theories and practices of language teaching and learning in general, and English language teaching and learning in particular, focusing on research-based practices and strategies for teaching K-12 as well as adult English language learners. Students will also learn the principles of curriculum development and assessment for language programs.
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LNG 5720 - Linguistics 1: Phonetics/Phonology/Morphology
Credits: 3
This course is a survey of phonetics (the study of speech sounds), phonology (the sound systems of individual languages), and morphology (the origin and structure of words). The approach is practical, emphasizing problem-solving, and proving the skills needed for analyzing the structure of English and other languages.
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LNG 5730 - Linguistics 2: Semantics, Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics
Credits: 3
This course is a survey of semantics (how words and sentences make meaning), pragmatics (language in its context), and sociolinguistics (language in society). The approach is practical, emphasizing problem-solving and proving the skills needed for analyzing the structure of English and other languages.
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LNG 6114 - Introduction to Linguistics
Credits: 3
This course is an introductory survey of some of the major areas of linguistics. It is intended to inform the student of how language works at different levels and how those levels interact with one another. This course covers Phonetics (the study of speech sounds), Phonology (the sound systems of individual languages), Morphology (the origin and structure of words), Semantics (how words make meaning), Pragmatics (language in its context), Sociolinguistics (language in society), and the History of English. It does not include Syntax since that is covered in a separate course.
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LNG 6650 - English Syntax
Credits: 3
This course is a detailed study of the structure of English, especially designed for the teacher of English as a foreign language, with special attention to making the various aspects of English grammar clear to K-12 and adult English Language Learners (ELLs) at various levels of proficiency.
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LNG 6655 - Introduction to Syntax
Credits: 3
This course is an introductory study of the foundational concepts of syntax. It is especially designed for the teacher of English as a foreign language, with primary emphasis on applying syntactic theory to the study of English grammer.
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LNG 6656 - Advanced English Grammar
Credits: 3
This course is an advanced study of the syntax and grammer of English. It is especially designed for the teacher of English as a foreign language, with specialattention to making the various aspects of English grammer clear to English language learners (ELLs) of various ages and proficiency levels.
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LNG 6905 - TEFL Practicum
Credits: 0.5
This course is designed to enable TEFL students to complement their coursework with experience in the K-12 and/or adult English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom. Students attend weekly classes, observe experienced ESL teachers, tutor non-native speakers, write lesson plans, and teach ESL classes under the supervision of CIU faculty. These placements are designed to provide students with opportunities to develop their teaching and ministry skills in a supportive environment. Students must receive a satisfactory grade in this course in order to register for LNG 6939 and/or LNG 7970 . Repeatable.
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LNG 6908 - TEFL Student Teaching with Seminar
Credits: 3
The Internship Seminar in TEFL requires classroom observation, participation, and extensive teaching in a school under the supervision of an experienced teacher. It focuses on developing English language teaching skills and techniques while applying the latest foreign language teaching theories and principles. This course will enable each student teacher to integrate TEFL course content with their specific teaching and learning situation (3).
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LNG 6939 - K-12 TEFL Internship
Credits: 2
This course provides observation, participation, and extended classroom teaching in a K-12 school under the supervision of an experienced teacher. It will help students to transform theoretical knowledge into practical application, to have an in-depth, first-hand experience in classroom teaching and course design, to gain confidence in teaching English language and/or teaching English in content areas, and to develop a deeper understanding of cross-cultural issues.
Prerequisite(s): LNG 6905 and permission of instructor.
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LNG 6950 - Faculty Directed Study in Linguistics-
Credits: 3
Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
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LNG 7900 - Teaching English as a Foriegn Languages
Credits: 3
The TEFL Internship is intensive experience in teaching English to speakers of other languages. It focuseson developing TEFL skills and techniques while applying language teaching theory and principles. Letter grade. Pre-reqs are all core LNG course work.
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LNG 7970 - TEFL Internship
Credits: 2
This course provides an off-campus, intensive experience in TEFL which helps students develop skills and techniques in teaching English while applying language teaching theory and principles.
Prerequisite(s): All coursework for M.A.TEFL/ICS and permission of instructor.
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MAT 1110 - College Algebra
Credits: 3
This course covers standard college algebra such as functions and expressions, linear, quadratic and rational expressions, and financial formulas. The course will also include real numbers, equations and inequalities, linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions. (3)
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MAT 2100 - Introduction to Statistics
Credits: 3
This course provides an elementary overview of probability and statistics that will prepare students to conduct and interpret research in a variety of scientific fields. The content will include descriptive statistics; probability; discrete and continuous random variables; binomial, normal, and student-t distributions; methods for conducting inference, including confidence intervals and hypothesis tests; and linear correlation and regression. (3 semester hours)
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MAT 2310 - Mathematics Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
Credits: 3
This course is designed to equip you with fundamental mathematical concepts and quantitative skills that will help you in your role as an educated Christian decision-maker. This course is application-driven, and the emphasis is on the process of problem-solving and on clear communication of ideas. Applications will be drawn from the areas of finance, data analysis, and decision making, as well as questions that arise in biblical studies. You will study the historical development of basic concepts, mathematical properties, and symbols. You will model processes, interpret results, and communicate solutions in writing.
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MAT 3410 - Research Statistics
Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce you to descriptive and inferential statistics. With this knowledge, you should then be better equipped to complete research projects in your chosen field of study. You will analyze a number of well-known statistical tests and research strategies and then demonstrate your ability to use the tests. After exploring population parameters and the proper uses of designated statistical tests, you will discover how to use computer applications to free yourself from the notation requirements and mechanics of the statistical tests, so the research process can become less tedious and more conceptual in nature.
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MAT 3950 - Faculty Dir Study in Mathematics
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available to juniors and seniors by special arrangement of instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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Middle Eastern Studies |
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MES 3888 - Israel Study Tour
Credits: 3
This is a study tour that focuses on the cultural and religious history of the areas being visited. Prior to the tour, you will explore each area’s geography, philosopy, theology, mission, literature, and arts through lectures, and you will complete several reading assignments. You must attend the lectures pretaining to the area being visited and complete the assigned journal/papers. Further requirements will be included in the syllabus. Instructors are CIU faculty members, and the programand tour itinerary are entirely planned and supervised by CIU faculty members. You will spend at least as much time in preparation, required lectures periods, and prescribed activities as is normally required for resident courses.
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MES 3950 - FDS-Middle Eastern Studies
Credits: 3
This is an independent study available for juniors and seniors by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with your academic advisor.
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MES 4400 - Practical Skill Developmentin Middle Eastern Studies
Credits: 1
Ministry Skills experiences within the discipline provides opportunity for the upperclassman to gain competency and confidence within related vocations. Experiential learning requirements are defined by the student’s program and assessed by the program faculty. A minimum of 50 clock hours of direct experience is required for a unit of credit. Requires advisor approval. Repeatable.
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MES 6950 - FDS: Middle Estern Studies
Credits: 3
A faculty member will direct your study as you participate in a seminar or pursue research in an area of special interest.
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MIN 2110 - Biblical Foundations & Contemporary Issues in Ministry
Credits: 3
This course will introduce you to a variety of personal and professional topics relevant to ministry in a variety of Christian vocational venues. You will write a life purpose statement and identify the implications of your identity in Christ. You will uncover the timeless functions of the church, and the implications for both church and parachurch leaders. You will explore vital relationships to cultivate; identify your giftedness and passion for service; discuss ministry to various age-levels and target groups; and determine appropriate responses to social and cultural trends.
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MIN 3100 - Communicating for Life Change
Credits: 3
You will explore various models and guides for effective communication and teaching of Scripture that connect with a variety of age groups. You will read books, write messages, and participate in discussion and lectures. You will practice speaking in class to experience the methods.
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MIN 3415 - Church Planting
Credits: 3
This course is designed to assist you in understanding the theology, philosophy, and practical skills necessary to start a local church. You will explore biblical, theological, sociological, cultural, and human factors related to the process of initiating, resourcing, cultivating, and organizing a new church and will evaluate multiple church-planting conceptual models.
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MIN 3715 - Counseling Children, Youth, and Families
Credits: 3
This course will help you understand the needs of children, adolescents, and families. This course will give you a framework for utilizing individual and family systems model as well as other theories and practical techniques for counseling.
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MIN 4110 - Foundations of Internship
Credits: 0
This course is intended as a prerequisite for other internship courses. You will prepare for an internship by establishing a clear plan for learning and understanding the expectations, responsibilities, and activities associated with your internship experience. You must complete this course before you begin your internship. You do not need to secure an internship before enrolling in this course.
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MIN 4344 - Transformational Bible Teaching
Credits: 3
This course examines the teaching-learning process to help you understand the conditions that foster deep, personal change toward Christ-likeness. You will learn how to adapt instructional methods and structures to differing expectations, learning styles, cognitive processes, and social relations of learners in multicultural contexts. For your major project you will prepare and teach from the Bible in a context of your choice, experimenting with and refining what you learn in class.
Prerequisite(s): BIB 3420
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MIN 4500 - Cross-Cultural Ministry
Credits: 3
In this course you will be exposed to a variety of ministry approaches needed for different cultures. You will explore the cross-cultural ministry principles and skills most essential to ministry. You will discover your own cultural biases and how those biases affect your ministry. You will have the opportunity to develop a culture-specific ministry vision and strategy to reach a people group God has placed on your heart.
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MIN 4536 - Management Essential for Christian Ministries
Credits: 3
In this course you will learn basic ministry management principles for the local church and para-church ministries. You will learn how to build and lead a ministry team; plan, organize, and market events and programs; conduct effective meetings; budget and evaluate financial issues; manage risk and legal issues; evaluate and follow up on ministry activities.
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MIN 4538 - Strategic Ministry Leadership
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine the character qualities essential to effective Christian leadership in a variety of settings; discuss a definition of leadership which discloses its basic functions; explore relational skills and issues integral to leadership roles; and identify competencies for tasks essential for excellent leadership.
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MIN 4711 - Ministry to Adults
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine adult life cycles, focusing on how to enhance adult Sunday schools and how to minister to the unique needs of segments of adults within the church (senior citizens, singles, divorcees, family units). You will discuss how to implement small groups as a discipleship strategy and will explore mentoring strategies and principles of spiritual formation that help nurture adults in their pilgrimage of faith.
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MIN 4712 - The Church’s Ministryto Family
Credits: 3
This course will introduce you to Biblical teaching on the family, with application to contemporary issues and needs. You will identify the felt needs of parents as well as cultural trends that affect the spiritual nurture of children. You will become familiar with relational and program strategies that equip parents for their role as the primary disciplers of their children. Learning strategies will include guest presentations by church staff members and family counselors, parent interviews, and research on resource organizations that strive to reach families.
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MIN 4713 - Ministry to Elementary Children
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine age-level traits and developmental tasks of children, along with their practical implications for teaching and administering a children’s ministry department in a church or a children’s focus in a para-church organization. You will observe and practice teaching methods suitable for elementary-age children and discover strategies to minister to parents and teachers of children. You will discover how age-level traits affect evangelism of children and will hear from guests who are experienced in children’s ministry.
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MIN 4714 - Preschool Ministry in the Church
Credits: 3
This course introduces you to age-level traits through age five, plus their implications for programming and teaching. You will explore the characteristics of an effective nursery and ways to insure the physical and emotional safety of young children. You will identify Biblical concepts appropriate for young children, see demonstrations of classroom approaches that expedite learning, and consider guidelines for recruiting and training volunteers. Learning strategies will include hands-on projects with children, panels consisting of vocational children’s ministry staff, and on-site visits to church facilities.
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MIN 4930 - Focused Internship
Credits: 3
In this course, you will enhance your proficiency in ministry and organizational knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained through your studies in a focused internship under the supervision of an on-site mentor and a faculty advisor. The internship experience involves at least 240 hours of direct ministry experience.
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MIN 5002 - International Student Teaching
Credits: 3
This course will enable you to experience educationin a cross-cultural enviroment. You will observe schools and teachers and interact with other national educational personnel and students. You will teach in local schools and receive pre-service orientation, on-site orientation, field supervisionand post-field experience, including debriefing evaluation.
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MIN 5025 - New Paradigms in Youth,Family, and Culture
Credits: 3
In this course you will explore the ways in which different paradigms of ministry affect youth, families, and culture. What does it mean to be family-based in youth ministry? What is the role of the family in the church? How does Christianity affect culture? What is the role of the church today and in the future? How does culture play a part in the shaping process? What will youth ministry look like in the future? What implications for the future arise from the phenomenon of the “emerging church”?
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MIN 5100 - Communicating for Life Change
Credits: 3
You will explore various models and guides for effective communication and teaching of Scripture that connect with a variety of age groups. You will read books, write messages, and participate in discussion and lectures. You will practice speaking in class to experience the methods.
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MIN 5115 - Leading Effective Bible Studies
Credits: 3
This class equips you to prepare a Bible passage for teaching, organize a teaching plan, lead effective Bible discussions, and implement a variety of creative learning activities. You will prepare and lead Bible studies on which you will receive detailed, supportive evaluative feedback from both your peers and the professor. (This course does not substitute for MIN 6344 - Transformational Bible Teaching ).
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MIN 5300 - Foundations of Spiritual Formation
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine the foundational principles for effective life and ministry. You will evaluate what God has done in your life, where you are currently in your ministry development, and how you can prepare for future ministry opportunities. Emphasis will be devoted to your personal sanctification, growing with others within Word-based, mutually-edifying community, and consideration of how to nurture spiritual formation in ministry settings.
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MIN 5310 - Biblical Foundations of Leadership
Credits: 3
This course will provide a biblical perspective for leadership ministry in churches and organizations. Special attention will be given to laying a biblical foundation and creating a leadership development grid so that you will have a framework for lifelong leadership learning.
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MIN 5415 - Church Planting
Credits: 3
This course is designed to assist you in understanding the theology, philosophy, and practical skills necessary to start a local church. You will explore biblical, theological, sociological, cultural, and human factors related to the process of initiating, resourcing, cultivating, and organizing a new church and will evaluate multiple church-planting conceptual models.
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MIN 5715 - Counseling Children, Youth, and Families
Credits: 3
This course will help you understand the needs of children, adolescents, and families. This course will give you a framework for utilizing individual and family systems model as well as other theories and practical techniques for counseling.
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MIN 6051 - Missional Leadership
Credits: 3
In this course you will explore the distinguishing contours of the missional church revolution as well as the leadership required to lead it. You will focus on three primary shifts: The shift from an internal to an external ministry focus, the shift from a program-driven to a people-driven development agenda, and the shift from church-based leadership to apostolic-era leadership.
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MIN 6100 - Leadership and Ministry Skills
Credits: 3
This course provides a biblical, theological, and practical foundation for leading and serving in a variety of professional ministry contexts. You will learn current leadership language, the major theories of leadersip, and the contemporary application of those theories. You will learn and practice a variety of ministry skills that may be applied in a congregational worship setting or in a pluralistic multi-faith enviroment.
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MIN 6170 - Community and Church Based Spiritual Formation
Credits: 3
This course introduces you to advanced biblical and spiritual formation principles for designing individual, small and large group, and church-wide experiences to help people know God and live His Word. You will learn a variety of approaches for encouraging and evaluating spiritual maturity in adult learners through practical projects and classroom experience.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 5300 If you have not completed MIN 5300 , that course should be taken instead.
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MIN 6320 - Holy Spirit: Understanding & Practice
Credits: 3
You will engage in biblical and historical research to develop a framework for understanding and leading others to experience the Spirit-filled life God intends for every Christ follower. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the ministry of the Holy Spirit and his role in bearing fruit and in becoming a “salt and light” influence. You will wrestle with applying biblical truth and the activity of the Spirit to current moral issues. Reflective and experiential learning styles will engage you in moving from understanding to impact.
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MIN 6344 - Transformational Bible Teaching
Credits: 3
This course examines the teaching-learning process to help you understand the conditions that foster deep, personal change toward Christ-likeness. You will learn how to adapt instructional methods and structures to differing expectations, learning styles, cognitive processes, and social relations of learners in multicultural contexts. For your major project you will prepare and teach from the Bible in a context of your choice, experimenting with and refining what you learn in class.
Prerequisite(s): BIB 5410
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MIN 6412 - Transformational Leadership
Credits: 3
In this course you will study the biblical principles of transformational leadership. Special emphasis is devoted to team building, mentoring, discipleship, and leadership development in the context of developing relationships of trust in an environment of grace.
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MIN 6415 - Develop Effect Coaching and Counseling Skills
Credits: 3
This course will assist you in providing coaching and consulting to leaders within your circle of influence. Several biblical principles will be studied and applied by case studies. You will build and test a model for assisting leaders personally or organizationally. Your assistance may be offered formally or informally within your current ministry setting.
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MIN 6460 - Public Ministry Skills in Multiple-Faith Context
Credits: 3
This course will provide you with biblical, theological, and practical foundations for speaking and worship leading in a pluralistic environment. You will learn and demonstrate a variety of chaplaincy skills such as conducting worship, funerals, weddings, and preaching. You will also learn the balance of maintaining a biblical approach to ministry while yet respecting the diverse environment in which you work.
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MIN 6500 - Cross-Cultural Ministry
Credits: 3
In this course you will be exposed to a variety of ministry approaches needed for different cultures. You will explore the cross-cultural ministry principles and skills most essential to ministry. You will discover your own cultural biases and how those biases affect your ministry. You will have the opportunity to develop a culture-specific ministry vision and strategy to reach a people group God has placed on your heart.
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MIN 6505 - Urban Church Plantingand Revitalization
Credits: 3
This course will equip you to understand the dynamics of the city and how to plant healthy New Testament churches that will be self-governing, self-propagating, and self-supporting. It will introduce you to the task of church planting in urban centers in North America and will emphasize revitalization principles and practical strategies pertaining to urban church planting. You will give special attention to reaching the populations in various Prizm Social Groups and other distinctly urban settings.
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MIN 6530 - Pastoral Ministry: Theology/Practice
Credits: 3
In this course, you will explore the biblical, theological, and historical foundations of pastoral ministry. You will examine the nature of pastoral ministry from a shepherding perspective as well as the roles and tasks involved in it. Special attention will be given to contemporary discussions and research on the identity and ministry of pastors, as well as to key issues in the church of the present and of the future.
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MIN 6536 - Management Essential for Christian Ministries
Credits: 3
In this course you will learn basic ministry management principles for the local church and para-church ministries. You will learn how to build and lead a ministry team; plan, organize, and market events and programs; conduct effective meetings; budget and evaluate financial issues; manage risk and legal issues; evaluate and follow up on ministry activities.
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MIN 6538 - Strategic Ministry Leadership
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine the character qualities essential to effective Christian leadership in a variety of settings; discuss a definition of leadership which discloses its basic functions; explore relational skills and issues integral to leadership roles; and identify competencies for tasks essential for excellent leadership.
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MIN 6615 - AME Polity and Law
Credits: 3
Through extensive use and discussion of the Book of Discipline, this course seeks to expose you to the resources, developments, and trends of the African Methodist Episcopal denomination’s polity, and to prepare you to function effectively within, be appreciative of, and affect creatively that polity.
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MIN 6620 - Baptist Church Polity
Credits: 3
This course will provide you with a guided study in the history, doctrine, and polity of Baptist churches. If you are interested in ministering in a Baptist context, this course will provide important background for that ministry.
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MIN 6650 - Presbyterian Church Polity
Credits: 3
This course will provide you with a guided study in the constitutional documents of the PCA, the biblical-theological background for the Presbyterian form of church government, and the reformed view of the sacraments.
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MIN 6660 - AME Worship
Credits: 3
This course examines African Methodist worship to prepare you to plan and lead worship in a range of this denomination’s churches. Emphasis is placed on familiarity with African Methodist worship resources, denominationally-approved orders of worship, and with various specific dimensions of worship like Word, sacrament, prayer, music, calendar, weddings, and funerals.
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MIN 6711 - Ministry to Adults
Credits: 3
In this course you will examine adult life cycles, focusing on how to enhance adult Sunday schools and how to minister to the unique needs of segments of adults within the church (senior citizens, singles, divorcees, family units). You will discuss how to implement small groups as a discipleship strategy and will explore mentoring strategies and principles of spiritual formation that help nurture adults in their pilgrimage of faith.
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