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This course introduces foundational spiritual practices for a life of Christian discipleship. Special attention is given to individual and corporate practice of Scripture, prayer, fasting, sabbath, and worship.

This course builds upon the foundational spiritual practices introduced in CED-201. Students will explore pathways to connect with God and practice related spiritual disciplines including silence and solitude, study, and service individually and corporately.

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 course exploring the methods of teaching the Bible to youth and adults seeking life change. The course content includes learning theory, 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.