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RELS422 - The Teachings of Jesus
Course Details
Course Code: RELS422 Course ID: 3646 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate
Jesus Christ has impacted the world unlike any other person in history. Profound and multifaceted, Jesus' life and teachings are explored through the careful study of the history, culture, miracles and teachings presented in the four ancient Gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Course Schedule
| Registration Dates | Course Dates | Session | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/19 - 01/03/20 | 01/06/20 - 03/01/20 | Winter 2020 Session B | 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:
- Identify and describe the historical circumstances of the period between the writing of the Old and New Testaments,
- Analyze the various critical methods that scholars use to study ancient documents,
- Determine the unique historical, literary and theological characteristics of each of the four Gospels,
- Determine and synthesize Jesus' primary teachings and activities, and
- Describe and evaluate the major issues surrounding the historicity and theology of Jesus.
| Name | Grade % |
|---|---|
| Forums | 40.00 % |
| Week 1 Forum Introductions | 4.44 % |
| Week 1 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 2 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 3 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 4 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 5 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 6 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 7 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Week 8 Forum | 4.44 % |
| Assignments | 60.00 % |
| Week 2 Project: Informational Brochure | 15.00 % |
| Week 4 Project: Video Newscast | 15.00 % |
| Week 6 Project: Current Affairs Review Essay | 15.00 % |
| Week 8 Project: Multi-Media Presentation on the Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ | 15.00 % |
Book Title: Students need a copy of the Bible in a translation that they readily understand-Available online at http://bible.com
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Book Title: Jesus and the Gospels: An Introduction and Survey, 2nd Ed-E-book available in the APUS Online Library
Author: Blomberg, Craig L.
Publication Info: B&H Publishing Group
ISBN: 9780805444827
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 #. You must be logged in to eCampus first to access the links.
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| 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: | Jesus and the Gospels: An Introduction and Survey, 2nd Ed-E-book available in the APUS Online Library and the Lessons section of the classroom |
| ISBN: | 9780805444827 |
| Publication Info: | B&H Publishing Group |
| Author: | Blomberg, Craig L. |
| Unit Cost: | $31.16 |
Previous Syllabi
Not current for future courses.