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BA 203

3 Credits

This course introduces business management through biblical principles and stewardship, covering management functions--planning, organizing, leading, and controlling--while focusing on process optimization and continuous quality improvement for total business effectiveness. Three hours.

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Essentials of Contemporary Management – 10th

Gareth R. Jones

McGraw-Hill Education

ISBN: 978-1264124343

BA 215

3 Credits

Introduction to the various functions of the Human Resources field. Topics include needs assessment, policies and procedures, benefits, legal issues, consulting, training, safety and performance appraisals. Summer only, three hours.

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Human Resources Management – 14th

Wayne Mondy and Joseph Martocchio

Pearson Education, Inc.

ISBN: 978-0-13-384880-9

Subscription to Society of Human Resources Management

BC 242

3 Credits

Seeks to practically apply biblical counseling fundamentals to the typical counseling problems that people face. Employing the extensive use of case studies, attention will be given to serving in a biblical counseling ministry. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: BC 241.

Bi 209

3 Credits

A study of the principles and methods of Bible interpretation. Includes foundational commitments for biblical interpretation; a basic method for biblical interpretation; emphasis on authorial intent, context, and grammatical/historical interpretation; analytical tools for observation; interpretive helps for various genres; and biblical, relevant, text-based application. Includes an introductory discussion of the relationship between ethnic Israel and the New Testament Church in the biblical narrative and in biblical interpretation. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Bi 205.

Visual Theology Guide to the Bible – 2019

Tim Challies, Josh Byers

Zondervan

ISBN: 9780310577966

Journey Into God's Word – 2nd edition, 2020

J. Scott Duvall, J. Daniel Hays

Zondervan Academic

ISBN: 978-0-310-10896-2

New Testament

Bi 470

3 Credits

An exposition of Paul's letter to the church in Corinth, a ministry experiencing serious problems. This course asks how churches should deal with disunity, lawsuits among believers, sexual deviancy, divorce, gender roles, the believer's conscience over doubtful things, the Lord's Table and other matters. Three hours.

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1 Corinthians. Tyndale New Testament Commentaries (TNTC) – 2018

Schreiner, Thomas R.

IVP Academic

ISBN: 9781783596683

How to Understand and Apply the New Testament: Twelve Steps from Exegesis to Theology – 2018

Naselli, Andrew D.

P & R Publishing

ISBN: 9781629952482

EAS 670

3 Credits

A survey of guidance services and their application in both elementary and secondary educational settings. Practical guidance problems are considered. Second semester, three hours.

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How to Help People Change – 1986

Adams, Jay

Zondervan Publishing House

ISBN: 0-310-51181-X

Charting the Course: Pupil Personnel Services in the Christian School – 2nd

Deuink, Jim

BJU Press, 2003

ISBN: 1-57924-969-8

The Heart of Anger

Priolo, Lou

Calvary Press, 1997

ISBN: 1-879737-28-0

The Age of Opportunity

Tripp, Paul

Presbyterian and Reformed Publishing Company, 2001

ISBN: 0-87552-605-5

Ed 380

3 Credits

This course is designed to help teachers put instructional theory into practice through the study and application of teaching strategies and techniques that are applicable to the K-12 classroom. Both semesters and summer, three hours.

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Next offered: Jun. 28, 2027 - Aug. 14, 2027

Classroom instruction that works: Research-based strategies for increasing student achievement – 2001

Marzano, R. J., Pickering, D., & Pollock, J. E.

ASCD

ISBN: 978-1416613626

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Subscription to Teaching Channel

Ed 638

3 Credits

This course is an overview of the history and theories of curriculum development and their application to K-12 schools. Designing and implementing effective curriculum and learning based on a school's philosophy of education. Second semester, three hours.

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Curriculum Leadership: Readings for Developing Quality Educational Programs – 10th edition

Forrest W. Parkay, Eric J. Anctil, Glen J. Hass

Pearson

ISBN: 978-0132852159

Steppingstones to Curriculum: A Biblical Path – 2nd edition

Harro Van Brummelen

ISBN: 978-1583310236

Publication manual of the American Psychological Association – 7th

American Psychological Association

Ed 667

3 Credits

This course is a practical examination of current technology applications and their integration in education. The hands-on learning environment provides the professional educator with the tools needed to enhance skills in technology and apply these skills in a variety of settings. Second semester, three hours.

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Tech like a pirate: Using classroom technology to create an experience and make learning memorable – 2020

Miller, M.

Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc.

ISBN: 978-1-951600-20-4

Integrating technology in the classroom: Tools to meet the needs of every student – 2nd

Hamilton, B.

International Society for Technology in Education

ISBN: 978-1-56-484725-6

Ed 690

3 Credits

This course introduces educational research, statistics, and testing; and is designed to familiarize the student with the terminology, basic concepts and tools necessary to critique and interpret published research. Both semesters, three hours.

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Educational Research: Fundamental Principles and Methods – 8th

McMillan, James H.

Pearson

ISBN: 0-13-577010-6

ESS 335

3 Credits

This course involves the study of human psychological behavior and its influence in sport and exercise settings. It is designed to provide a student with information gleaned from research in sport psychology as well as practical knowledge to become a more effective sport manager, exercise science professional, coach or fitness instructor. Three hours.

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Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology – 8th

Robert S. Weinberg and Daniel Gould

Human Kinetics, Inc.

ISBN: 978-1-7182-0759-2

ESS 671

3 Credits

Examines the psychological principles associated with coaching. Psychological theories and concepts are discussed in the context of sport coaching. Three hours.

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Sport Psychology: Concepts and Applications – 2012

Cox, R.H.

McGraw-Hill

Publication manual of the American Psychological Association – 6th

American Psychological Association

FA 125

3 Credits

This course examines the aesthetic and moral nature of the arts and their relevance to everyday life. It emphasizes the process of employing a biblical framework when evaluating and interacting with the arts in contemporary culture while affirming the objective nature of beauty, truth, reality and goodness. Through lectures, readings, and breakout sessions, students will gain a historical perspective of and basic working terminological knowledge in Art, Music, Theatre, and Film. Attendance at music recitals, art exhibitions, and theatrical performances will provide students with opportunities to apply and synthesize course material and articulate a biblical worldview. Both semesters and summer, three hours.

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Next offered: May. 10, 2027 - Jun. 26, 2027

Art for God's Sake

Ryken

ISBN: 978-1-59638-007-3

Art & the Bible

Schaeffer

ISBN: 978-0830834013

Fin 310

3 Credits

An introduction to the structure and functioning of financial institutions and markets, including the commercial banking system and the Federal Reserve. Topics include banking theory, financial instruments, roles of financial intermediaries, and the impact of regulation, competition, and securitization on the stability of financial systems. Three hours.

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Financial Markets and Institutions – 10th

Frederic S Mishkin,

Pearson Publishing, 2023

ISBN: ISBN-13: 97801380

Fin 402

3 Credits

An in-depth analysis of financial statements and application of principles of finance to actual business situations. Designed to develop decision-making abilities by having students recommend solutions to financial problems. Students will design and use computerized spreadsheet applications to assist in analysis. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: AC 305 or Fin 201 Prerequisite.

Foundations of Financial Management – 16th

Block, Hirt, and Danielsen

McGraw-Hill

ISBN: 9781259277160

Hi 101

3 Credits

The course focuses on the process of historical thinking from a biblical perspective by investigating the forces and factors that have shaped the world we live in today, and by studying themes including empire building, revolutions, religious movements, philosophical and artistic accomplishments, social and economic networks. Both semesters and summer, three hours.

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Next offered: May. 10, 2027 - Jun. 26, 2027

The Penguin History of the World – 6th

J. M. Roberts and O. A. Westad

ISBN: 978-1846144431

A Little Book for New Historians: Why and How To Study History

Robert Tracy McKenzie

Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2019

Hi 335

3 Credits

Overviews the history of the Christian faith since the New Testament era. Notes the formative influence of the early church councils and places special emphasis on the nature and contributions of the Reformation. Discusses modern Christian history with application to contemporary theological issues. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Identical to Th 335.

Turning Points: Decisive Moments in the History of Christianity – 4th

Mark A. Noll, David Komline, Han-luen Katzer Komline

Baker Academic

ISBN: 9781540964885

5 Minutes in Church History: An Introduction to the Stories of Gods Faithfulness in the History of – 2019

Stephen J. Nichols

Presbyterian & Reformed Publishing

ISBN: 9780642891317

ME 613

2 Credits

Content and application of the approaches of Orff, Kodaly and Dalcroze. Emphasizes skill development as advocated by each: audiation, movement, improvisation, solfege, systems of rhythm reading, etc. The student will apply these to the teaching of music within his area of specialization. Second semester, even-numbered years, two hours.

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The eclectic curriculum in American music education. Revised

Carder, P.

Music Educators National Conference.

ISBN: 0940796775

Do It! Play Recorder Book 1 with MP3s – 1996

James O. Froseth / Marguerite Wilder

GIA Publications

You will also need a soprano recorder.

Min 330

3 Credits

A course that aims at helping women become effective teachers of God's Word to other women. This class focuses on biblical mandates and principles of discipleship, communication skills, and the organization, development and presentation of Bible studies and lessons. Three hours.

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Women of the Word – 2nd

Wilkin, Jen

Crossway, 2019

ISBN: 978-1-4335-6714-8

How to Study Your Bible

Arthur, Kay, Arthur, David, DeLacy, Pete

Harvest House, 1994/2010

ISBN: 978-0-7369-5343-6

Mkt 400

3 Credits

Explores the development and implementation of digital-marketing campaigns. Topics include search-engine optimization (SEO) and marketing using email, social media, and other web-based marketing. Introduction to the measurement and evaluation of the effectiveness of digital-marketing campaigns. Three hours.

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Online Resources Required

PrS 312

3 Credits

This course focuses on approaches to understanding and resolving conflict in interpersonal and organizational contexts. Students learn negotiation skills, mediation techniques, and strategies for giving and receiving feedback from a biblical perspective. Three hours.

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Conflict & Communication – 1st; 2017

Jandt, Fred E

Thousand Oaks

ISBN: 9781506308272

SCH 601

3 Credits

History of the professing Christian Church from the apostolic age through medieval times. Three hours.

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Church History, vol. 1: From Christ to Pre-Reformation

Everett Ferguson

Zondervan, 2005

ISBN: 978-0-310-20580-7

Confessions (any unabridged edition)

Augustine

SCM 631

3 Credits

A historical survey of the relationship of secular, integrationist, and biblical counseling models to the church. Examines the counseling theories of prominent Christian counselors and counseling organizations from a biblical counseling viewpoint. Guides students towards the development of a distinctly biblical counseling model. Three hours.

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Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy – 10th, 2015

Corey, Gerald

Cengage Learning

ISBN: 978-1-305-26372-7

Psychology & Christianity Five Views – 2nd, 2010

Johnson, Eric

IVP Academic

ISBN: 978-0-8308-2848-7

Gospel-Centered Counseling: How Christ Changes Lives – 2014

Kellemen, Robert

Zondervan

ISBN: 978-0-310-51613-2

SCM 633

3 Credits

Builds on the foundation of SCM 632. Focuses on the dynamics of the heart as it pertains to biblically counseling those struggling with common counseling issues including anger, anxiety, depression and guilt. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: SCM 632.

God Is More Than Enough – 2010

Jim Berg

JourneyForth

ISBN: 978-1606820575

Will Medicine Stop the Pain – 2006

Fitzpatrick, Elyse and Laura Hendrickso

Moody

ISBN: 978-080245802

Good Mood-Bad Mood: Help and Hope for Depression and Bipolar Disorder – 2013

Hodges, Charles, M.D

Shepherd Press

ISBN: 978-193690850

Men Counseling Men: A Biblical Guide to the Major Issues Men Face – 2013

Street, John, ed

Harvest House

ISBN: 978-0736949262.

The Biblical Counseling Guide for Women – 2012

Street, John and Janie Street

Crossway

ISBN: 978-0736964517

Putting Your Past in Its Place – 2011

Viars, Steve

Harvest

ISBN: 978-0736927390

Blame it on the Brain? – 1998

Welch, Edward

P&R

ISBN: 0875526020

SNT 619

3 Credits

An exposition of the content of the Apocalypse. Reading in the best, standard commentaries. Preparation of expository sermons from each section of the book. Three hours.

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Revelation 1-7 An Exegetical Commentary – 1992

Thomas, Robert L.

Moody Press

ISBN: 0802492657

Revelation 8-22 An Exegetical Commentary – 1995

Thomas, Robert L.

Moody Press

ISBN: 0802492673

SOT 620

2 Credits

Orientation of the student to the content and theological message of each book of the Old Testament. The focus is on the macroscopic perspective and the relevance of the Old Testament to the present. Emphasizes personal Bible study methods. Two hours.

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Old Testament Today – 2nd ed.

John H. Walton and Andrew E. Hill

Zondervan

ISBN: 978-0-310-49820-9

STh 703

3 Credits

A study of the theology of biblical holiness, with a special emphasis on individual progressive sanctification; and the theology of ecclesiastical unity and separatism. Three hours.

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Five Views on Sanctification rev. ed. – 1996

Melvin E. Dieter, et al

Zondervan Academic

ISBN: 0310415314

Promise Unfulfilled: The Failed Strategy of Modern Evangelicalism

Rolland McCune

Ambassador International

Changed Into His Image

Jim Berg

Taking Time to Change

Jim Berg

Tec 101

3 Credits

An introductory course designed to help the student develop key computational skills for professional life. Topics include tools for basic management of digital files, internet research and online safety, exposure to intermediate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, and foundational data related skills (including evaluation of the quality of data, development of data summaries, and communication of data for effective decision-making). Lecture and lab. Excludes: Tec 201. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Ma ACT18+SAT490+CLT16+Ma080PTMa090. Corequisite: Tec 191.

From the Garden to the City – 2011

John Dyer

Kregel Publications

ISBN: 978-0-82-542668-1

Blown to Bits – 2008

Hal Abelson, Ken Ledeen, and Harry Lewis

Addison-Wesley

ISBN: 978-0-13-713559-2

Story Telling with Data

Knaflic

Tec 201

3 Credits

An introductory course designed to help the student develop key computational skills for professional life. Topics include tools for basic management of digital files, internet research, exposure to digital content authoring with markdown, foundational data evaluation and visualization, and basic programming skills. Lecture and lab. Excludes: Tec 101. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Ma ACT20+SAT520+CLT18+Ma090PTMa111. Corequisite: Tec 291.

From the Garden to the City – 2011

John Dyer

Kregel Publications

ISBN: 978-0-82-542668-1

Blown to Bits – 2008

Hal Abelson, Ken Ledeen, and Harry Lewis

Addison-Wesley

ISBN: 978-0-13-713559-2

Data Visualization: A Practical Introduction

Kieran Healy

Princeton University Press

ISBN: 978-0-691-18161-5

Th 335

3 Credits

Overviews the history of the Christian faith since the New Testament era. Notes the formative influence of the early church councils and places special emphasis on the nature and contributions of the Reformation. Discusses modern Christian history with application to contemporary theological issues. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Identical to Hi 335.

Turning Points: Decisive Moments in the History of Christianity – 4th

Mark A. Noll, David Komline, Han-luen Katzer Komline

Baker Academic

ISBN: 9781540964885

5 Minutes in Church History: An Introduction to the Stories of Gods Faithfulness in the History of – 2019

Stephen J. Nichols

Presbyterian & Reformed Publishing

ISBN: 9780642891317

Th 360

3 Credits

Study of the biblical teaching concerning man, sin, salvation, the church and eschatology. Emphasis throughout is on the practical application of the teachings of the Bible to the Christian life. Particular attention is given to timely doctrinal questions. Three hours.

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Prerequisites: Bi 209.

The Moody Handbook of Theology – 2008 or 2014

Paul Enns

Moody Publishers

ISBN: 978-0802411983

Set Apart: The Nature and Importance of Biblical Separation – 2016

Mark Sidwell

BJU Press

ISBN: 978-1628562583

A book selected by the student from a list of doctrinal expository works

Courses starting March 5, 2027