CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COURSES

CHED 1423 Ministry of Christian Education
A survey of the field of Christian education, including its history, philosophy,
organization, administration, supervision, curriculum, agencies and methods.

CHED 2873 Trends in Christian Education
A course designed to focus upon current issues, methods, theories and problems in
Christian education. Prerequisite: CHED 1423.

CHED 3012 Instructional Media
This course provides an opportunity for practical experience in designing and
producing visual instructional materials suitable for the classroom. Included is
an examination of and efficient use of visual instructional materials, equipment,
and technology.

CHED 3112 Bible Teaching Methods
A study of the methods of classroom instruction and preparation of instructional
materials with specific application to using the Bible as the text. Practice in
writing behavioral objectives is included as well as discussion of problems
associated with teaching such as motivation, communication skills, classroom
discipline, and evaluation.

CHED 3373 Teaching Methods
A study of basic principles of effective teaching, emphasizing the ministry of the
Holy Spirit to both the teacher and the pupil. A detailed examination of the many
effective techniques of communication in the teaching ministry of the church.
Prerequisite: CHED 1423. 

CHED 3453 Foundations of Youth Ministry
This course includes the study of the needs, goals, organization, and
administration of the total youth ministry in the local church; the examination of
age level characteristics from early adolescence through young adulthood; and
an overview of methods, techniques, and resources to be used in effective
ministry to youth.

CHED 3931-3 Studies in Christian Education
A variety of issues and concerns relative to Christians will be explored in this
course.

CHED 4033 Leadership For Church Education
Course designed to assist the student in integrating basic principles and
Practices of organizing, administering and supervising a total church educational
program. emphasis includes an in-depth analysis of the purposes and structure
of several agencies of Christian education, recruitment of workers, leadership
training, staff relationships and promotion. Prerequisite: CHED 1423

CHED 4323 Children's Ministries
A study of the organization and administration of the total children's ministry in
the local church. Methods, characteristics of children and curricular materials are
studied. 

CHED 4901-4 Directed Readings in Christian Education

CHED 4911-4 Directed Studies in Christian Education