EDU 9209 - Foundations for Theological Education

Credits: 3

This course provides an overview of biblical, historical and contemporary educational theories and models. An emphasis will be on theological education, as well as the paradigmatic changes of the last 50 years in innovative and alternative educational forms. This is taught from the perspective of missions and the global church. The integration of theory and practice will take a central position.
1. A theology of Theological Education.
2. Western educational theories and models and the challenge to the worldwide church.
3. The paradigm change in Theological Education.
4. Alternative models of theological education: Their opportunities and limits.
5. Moving toward a mission-oriented theological education.
6. Integration of theory and practice.

Graduate