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RELS212 - Introduction to the New Testament
Course Details
Course Code: RELS212 Course ID: 3636 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate
This course provides a detailed exploration of the historical and religious context, literary styles and theological themes of each of the twenty-seven books of the New Testament, and offers an overview of current New Testament studies.
Course Schedule
| Registration Dates | Course Dates | Session | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/19 - 11/01/19 | 11/04/19 - 12/29/19 | Fall 2019 Session I | 8 Week session |
| 06/24/19 - 11/29/19 | 12/02/19 - 01/26/20 | Fall 2019 Session D | 8 Week session |
| 08/26/19 - 01/31/20 | 02/03/20 - 03/29/20 | Winter 2020 Session I | 8 Week session |
| 10/28/19 - 04/03/20 | 04/06/20 - 05/31/20 | Spring 2020 Session B | 8 Week session |
Current Syllabi
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the cultural, political, and religious background of each New Testament book.
2. Describe the historical development and intended purpose of each book.
3. Identify and assess the various critical approaches to studying the New Testament.
4. Identify and explain the central themes of each book as well as the themes running through the New Testament as a whole.
5. Discuss the influence of the New Testament in both the early and modern Church.
| Name | Grade % |
|---|---|
| Forum Questions | 45.00 % |
| Week 1 Introduction | 5.00 % |
| Week 1 | 5.00 % |
| Week 2 | 5.00 % |
| Week 3 | 5.00 % |
| Week 4 | 5.00 % |
| Week 5 | 5.00 % |
| Week 6 | 5.00 % |
| Week 7 | 5.00 % |
| Week 8 | 5.00 % |
| Quizzes | 15.00 % |
| Week 1 - Quiz 1 | 2.14 % |
| Week 2 - Quiz 2 | 2.14 % |
| Week 3 - Quiz 3 | 2.14 % |
| Week 4 - Quiz 4 | 2.14 % |
| Week 5 - Quiz 5 | 2.14 % |
| Week 6 - Quiz 6 | 2.14 % |
| Week 8 - Quiz 7 | 2.14 % |
| Reflection Papers | 25.00 % |
| Week 5--Submit Paper Topic for week 7 research essay | 6.25 % |
| Week 2 - Reflection Paper 1 | 6.25 % |
| Week 4 - Reflection Paper 2 | 6.25 % |
| Week 6 - Reflection Paper 3 | 6.25 % |
| Research Paper | 15.00 % |
| Week 7 - Research Paper | 15.00 % |
Important: To access any e-books that are required for this course, please refer to the Online Library, the Resources section in the classroom, and this Electronic Course Material FAQ document: http://ezproxy.apus.edu/login?url=http://ebooks.apus.edu/E-book
FAQs.docx.
| Book Title: | Students need a copy of the Bible in a translation that they readily understand-Available online at http://bible.com |
| Author: | No Author Specified |
| Book Title: | To find the library e-book(s) req'd for your course, please visit http://apus.libguides.com/er.php to locate the eReserve by course #. |
| Author: | No Author Specified |
| Book Title: | Exploring the New Testament, Volume 1, 2nd ed. - eBook available in the APUS Online Library |
| ISBN: | 9780830825394 |
| Publication Info: | Intervarsity Press |
| Author: | WENHAM |
| Unit Cost: | $21.98 |
| Book Title: | Exploring the New Testament, Volume 2: A Guide to the Letters & Revelation, 2nd ed. - eBook available in the APUS Online Library; hard copy not available from the bookstore, please try other sources. |
| ISBN: | 9780830825400 |
| Publication Info: | Intervarsity Press |
| Author: | Marshall |
| Unit Cost: | $21.98 |
Previous Syllabi
Not current for future courses.