CED - Christian Education

A course exploring the methods of teaching the Bible to adults seeking life change. The course content includes adult learning theory, adult teaching methods, and small group leadership skills. As part of the course each student completes a segment of practice teaching both in and out of the classroom which is evaluated professionally with an eye toward improvement. Prerequisites BIL-101 and BIL-102.

An investigation of the history, philosophy, and psychology of Christian Education and an examination of methodology, equipment, and materials needed for effective implementation in the local church (or similar setting). The course addresses the changing role of the Christian education worker in the church today, introduces the student to career options in this field, and provides a foundation for other courses in the Christian Education major.

An investigation of the history, philosophy, and psychology of Christian Education and an examination of the methodology, equipment, and materials needed for effective implementation in the local church. The course addresses the role of the pastor in enhancing education in the local church, administering a program of Christian Education, and recruiting and training volunteers. Various models of Christian education in the contemporary church are also considered. Co-requisite: CED-255P.

Each student will be involved in practical experiences in a local ministry setting providing the student with a "laboratory" for the application of Christian education principles taught in the co-requisite course. Co-requisite: CED-255.

This course will explore the history and philosophy of Christian Education as well as the equipment and materials needed for effective implementation in the local church. Students will examine various models and methods of Christian Education in the contemporary church for a range of demographic groups. The course addresses the role of the pastor in enhancing education in the local church, administering a program of Christian Education, and recruiting and training volunteers. Each student will participate in a ministry practicum applying the Christian Education principles taught in this course.

This course will provide theoretical foundations and practical strategies for teaching children in the church. Based on current research and models of effective teaching, students will design lessons and engage in practice teaching under the supervision of the professor. Critiques and suggestions for improvement will be provided by the professor and by fellow students.

A study of the characteristics of various age levels of children and some of the methods, materials, and programs for ministering to them through the local church. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or seniors who have been admitted to the CED major or permission of the Division.

The student will complete twelve weeks of Christian Education ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional Christian Education worker and supervision by a professor from the university. Prerequisite: CED-252 or permission of the Division.

The student will complete twelve weeks of Christian Education ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional Christian Education worker and supervision by a professor from the university. The student will be expected to teach or give leadership to a significant group (or ministry) throughout the course of this practicum. Prerequisite: CED-357.

The student will complete twelve weeks of Christian Education ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional Christian Education worker and supervision by a professor from the university. The student will be expected to teach or give leadership to a significant group (or ministry) and to gain experience in additional areas of leadership which were not included in CED-357 and CED-358. Prerequisite: CED-358.

This course explores the curriculum design process for Christian education of children, youth, and adults. We consider methods for assessing needs, developing a scope and sequence, projecting outcomes, and objectives. Writing of actual curriculum sessions is included as well. Prerequisite: CED-252 or permission of Division.

The student will complete twelve weeks of children's ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional children's ministry worker and supervision by a professor from the university. Prerequisite: CED-252 or permission of the Department.

The student will complete twelve weeks of children's ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional children's ministry worker and supervision by a professor from the university. The student will be expected to teach or give leadership to a significant group (or ministry) throughout the course of this practicum. Prerequisite: CED-361.

The student will complete twelve weeks of children's ministry in a local church (or similar setting) with mentoring by a professional children's ministry worker and supervision by a professor from the university. The student will be expected to teach or give leadership to a significant group (or ministry) and to gain experience in additional areas of leadership which were not included in CED-361 and CED-362. Prerequisite: CED-362.

In this capstone course, the student will explore how those involved in children's ministry may effect change in the lives of children and in the parish setting as a whole. The student will learn how to plan, organize and lead an effective children's ministry. Instruction will be given regarding leadership and service on boards and committees, relationships with children, parents, peers and supervisors, and the recruiting and training of lay volunteers.

A study of the relationship of the church and the home in the joint enterprise of strengthening the family, nurturing children and bringing them to mature Christian discipleship. Attention is given to current problems facing the family and to strategies that Christian parents and Christian educators can employ in an attempt to resolve these issues. Prerequisite: CED-252 or permission of Division.

Leading Christian Education is the capstone course focusing on leading and managing the local church's Christian education process. The course focuses on recruiting, training and supervising volunteers, organizing and motivating volunteers, budgeting, managing finances in the local church, curriculum planning, office administration, designing and furnishing learning facilities and working with other professional staff. Open to Christian Education majors and minors. Prerequisites: CED-252.

This course presents fundamental concepts of the philosophy of Christian Education from the Bible, significant figures in the history of Christian Education, and contemporary theories of learning.