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THL366 Christian Education (8)

Abstract

This subject explores a range of approaches to Christian education and the philosophical, psychological, theological, ethical and biblical ideas upon which they depend.

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Session 2
InternalCanberra Campus
InternalUnited Theological College
DistanceCanberra Campus
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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Theology

Assumed Knowledge

All core subjects

Enrolment restrictions

Incompatible subject(s)
THL226

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the significance of Christian education for the life and ministry of the Christian community
  • be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of a variety of approaches to Christian education
  • be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the significance of faith development theory for Christian education
  • be able to articulate an informed theological position in relation to more than one model of Christian education
  • be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of ways of integrating and contextualising models of Christian education
  • be able to discuss critically the role of the Christian educator as mentor, teacher, advocate and disciple
  • be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including research, writing and communication skills

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • The need for Christian education
  • The nature of Christian education - including the theology, epistemology and sociology of Christian discipleship
  • The context of Christian education - including local church and schools
  • Implications of developmental understandings of faith for Christian education
  • Models of Christian education - including phenomenological, typological, and praxis models
  • Integrating and contextualising models of Christian education
  • The role of the Christian educator - including teacher, mentor, advocate and disciple

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.