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Summer 1 2011
Session Description Time & Place Credit Hours Syllabus
Summer 1 2011
BIB1112
Old Testament Survey 1
Section 01
Bryan E. Beyer
Undergrad Online Courses
The beginning of a two-part survey of the Old Testament. The course covers the biblical history from creation through Solomon's reign, dealing with poetic and prophetic materials in their appropriate places in biblical history. more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
2.00 BIB1112-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB1113
Old Testament Survey 2
Section 01
Bryan E. Beyer
Undergrad Online Courses
The conclusion of a two-part survey of the Old Testament. The course covers biblical history following Solomon's reign through Israel's return from exile, dealing with poetic and prophetic materials in their appropriate places in biblical history. Students who successfully complete BIB 1112 and... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 BIB1113-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB1120
New Testament Survey
Section 01
Kevin McWilliams
Undergrad Online Courses
An overview of the books of the New Testament and the historical circumstances surrounding these writings. The aim is to acquaint students with the background, content, message and personal application of each book in the New Testament. The course also examines the process by which the New... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 BIB1120-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB2563
Living Your Faith: Study in Amos
Section 01
Bryan E. Beyer
Undergrad Online Courses
A thorough study of God's Word in the book of Amos. The course presents methods for discovering and teaching biblical principles so that students are challenged to live the Christian faith they profess. more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
1.00 BIB2563-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB2606
Mark: The Cross in our Lives
Section 01
John L. "Jack" Layman
Undergrad Online Courses
An analysis of the recurring themes and the central message of the gospel of Mark. Why did Mark write his gospel? The evidence suggests that he was not simply trying to tell the story of Jesus. more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
1.00 BIB2606-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB2633
Philippians: Study & Teach Bible
Section 01
Kevin McWilliams
Undergrad Online Courses
A "how-to" course demonstrating biblical learning and teaching techniques through a study of Philippians. Lectures and independent study projects encourage teachers and their students to actively explore the pressures, problems and principles that contemporary Christians share with the Philippian... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
1.00 BIB2633-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB2636
Colossians/Philemon
Section 01
John L. "Jack" Layman
Undergrad Online Courses
A study in the New Testament letters of Colossians and Philemon. The emphasis for the course is on the teaching of these letters on applied sanctification. more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
1.00 BIB2636-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB3420
Principles of Bib Interpretation
Section 01
John L. "Jack" Layman
Undergrad Online Courses
An introduction to the hermeneutical principles basic to interpreting Scripture. Many of these principles are common to language and literature, while others apply uniquely to the Bible. All of them are based on the way in which the Bible interprets itself. The course lays a foundation of... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 BIB3420-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB3616
Romans
Section 01
Kevin McWilliams
2-Week Intensive 1
An exegetical study of the New Testament's most organized, thorough exposition of the Christian faith, its relations to human history and implications for Christian living. Special attention is given to the personal application of the message, and principles of biblical interpretation are applied... more

Class limit of 15 students
NOTE: Two-week class.
MAIN
8:00AM-12:00PM
MTWRF
FISH201
05/16 - 05/27
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB3820
Bible for Teachers
Section 01
Anita J. Cooper
2-Week Intensive 2
A course designed to enable the teacher of Bible to develop a philosophy of Bible teaching and to follow a preparation procedure that will ensure that the purpose for which Scripture was given will be accomplished in one's teaching. Special emphasis is placed on how to plan a Bible curriculum with... more

Will meet Memorial Day
NOTE: Two-week class.
MAIN
8:00AM-1:00PM
MTWRF
FISH203
05/30 - 06/10
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB4310
Progress of Redemption
Section 01
John L. "Jack" Layman
Undergrad Online Courses
A study of God's plan of redemption as it progressively unfolds in the Bible. The basic historical revelation is traced in the Old and New Testaments to see what God is doing and by what method. Then the spoken revelations are related to this, and the progress of doctrine is observed.... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 BIB4310-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB5112
Gen-Song of Sol: God Creat & Red
Section 01
Christopher Jero
Seminary Online Courses
In this course you will focus on the structure and contexts (historical, political, social, and religious) of each book, major theological passages and issues, and the application of these texts to the life of the New Testament believer. God introduces His purpose for creating the world and... more

Registration closes May 4, 2012
ONLINE
05/30 - 08/05
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB5113
Prophets:God Msg Red & Judgemt
Section 01
Bryan E. Beyer
Seminary Online Courses
In this course you will focus on the structure and contexts (historical, political, social, and religious) of each prophetic book, major theological passages and issues, and the application of these texts to the life of the New Testament believer. The prophets of Israel proclaim God's program for... more

Registration closes May 4, 2012
ONLINE
05/30 - 08/05
3.00 BIB5113-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB5132
Gospels:God Mean Provid Red
Section 01
Paul Penley
Seminary Online Courses
This course will guide you through a chronological, synthetic study of the four gospel records, emphasizing the time, place, circumstances, and persons involved in the events of Jesus' ministry. The gospel writers narrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God's appointed Redeemer... more

Registration closes May 4, 2012
ONLINE
05/30 - 08/05
3.00 BIB5132-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB5133
Acts - Revelation
Section 01
Andrew Mull
Seminary Online Courses
In this course you will study the introductory background, structure, and content of the New Testament books, Acts to Revelation, understood within their first-century life setting. The authors of Acts, the letters, and Revelation not only relate the advance of the Early Church in proclaiming... more

Reg. closes May 1, 2011
ONLINE
05/30 - 08/05
3.00 BIB5133-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BIB5410
Herm:Interpret and Apply Bible
Section 01
John D. Harvey
Seminary Online Courses
This course introduces you to the principles and processes of biblical interpretation and application. Emphasis will be placed on both theory and practice. Within the framework of an exegetical method, you will learn to apply basic principles to selected missiological passages from the Old and... more

Registration closes May 4, 2012
ONLINE
05/30 - 08/05
3.00 BIB5410-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
BUS3910
Practicum in Business
Section
Michael James
Full-term Courses
This practicum is a limited learning experience within a business or organization in order for the student to actively participate in work-related tasks within a business culture. This experience requires a minimum of 50 clock hours on the job under supervision for each credit received. Practicum... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
1.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNC6441
Counseling Grief & Loss
Section 01
1-Week Intensive 6
In this course you will learn to understand and identify the process and progress of how people deal with loss in their lives. You will also learn how to guide a person through the grief process so that the loss can be placed in its proper perspective and the individual can readjust and grow.... more

Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ209
06/20 - 06/24
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNC6470
Member Care Counseling Skills
Section 01
Rhonda Pruitt
1-Week Intensive 7
This course will focus on developing your knowledge and skills for effective counseling in a missionary care setting. Emphasis will be on experiential learning utilizing interviewing strategies in a lab with supervision. more

By permission of Instructor only.
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ209
06/27 - 07/01
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNC6540
Spirit Transf & Group Process
Section 01
Dennis D. Morgan
1-Week Intensive 5
This course will introduce you to the various types of groups which should exist in churches and institutions and how those groups can be used in a strategic effort to help people develop community, heal wounds, grow spiritually, serve others, accomplish goals, and maintain accountability. You... more

Cnsling students 1st-limit 15
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
SCHR121
06/13 - 06/17
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNC9470
Member Care Counseling Skills
Section 01
Rhonda Pruitt
1-Week Intensive 7
This course will focus on developing your knowledge and skills for effective counseling in a missionary care setting. Emphasis will be on experiential learning utilizing interviewing strategies in a lab with supervision. more

DMin students only.
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ209
06/27 - 07/01
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNS6310
Human Growth and Development
Section 01
Larry R. Wagner
1-Week Intensive 4
This is a course in applied developmental counseling and marriage... more
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ207
06/06 - 06/10
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNS6440
Group & Institutional Counseling
Section 01
Dennis D. Morgan
1-Week Intensive 6
This course is an introduction to the practice of group counseling. The process of doing group counseling and the application of group counseling in a variety of settings and situations is discussed. The counselor as a group leader is emphasized. The course relies heavily on the component of an... more

Class size limited to 9
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
SCHR221
06/20 - 06/24
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNS6821
Family Therapy
Section 01
Tom Barbian
1-Week Intensive 3
This course will focus on conceptually applying the foundational family systems theory and counseling techniques taught in CNS 6820-Family Systems Theory into clinical practice. The course will provide a comprehensive survey and substantive understanding of the major models of marriage and family... more

6/3-4; 6/17-18; 7/15-16; 8/13
MAIN
FS
SCHR221
06/03 - 08/05
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
CNS6933
Extended Internship
Section 01
Charles Koestline
1-Week Intensive 3
This internship course is designed for advanced clinical counseling students (and is required by S.C. state law) for those who have completed all required supervised internship courses, and/or graduated from an accredited M.A. in Counseling program and are currently seeing clients, yet have not... more

Meets 5/31;6/14,28;7/12,26
Additional $100 course fee
MAIN
8:00AM-10:00AM
T
SCHR242
06/03 - 08/05
0.50 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDM6344
Transf.Bible Tching
Section 01
Shirl Schiffman
Session 1 - Atlanta
This course examines the teaching-learning process to help you understand the conditions that foster deep, personal change toward Christlikeness. You will learn how to adapt instructional methods and structures to differing expectations, learning styles, cognitive processes and social relations of... more

Meets in Atlanta
Registration closes May 8, 2012
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
ATLA
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
06/13 - 06/17
3.00 EDM6344-S01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU6110
Curriculum Develop & Instruction
Section 01
Elaine Lindsey
2-Week Intensive 3
This course is designed to assist students in developing and analyzing curriculum. Philosophies, theories and strategies will be examined in planning and developing long- and short-range units. Principles of knowledge, aesthetics and values are considered in light of teaching and learning. more

NOTE: Two-week class.
MAIN
8:00AM-2:00PM
MTWRF
SCHR120
06/13 - 06/24
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU6231
History & Philosophy of Educ
Section 01
Gordon Brown
2-Week Intensive 3
This course surveys and analyzes the historical and philosophical ideas that guide educational theory and practice in schools today. The course focuses on the study of ideas and movements and their developmental effects on current educational settings in the United States. In addition, major... more

NOTE: Two-week class.
MAIN
8:00AM-2:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ202
06/13 - 06/24
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU6231
History & Philosophy of Educ
Section 01
Gordon Brown
Graduate School Online Courses
This course surveys and analyzes the historical and philosophical ideas that guide educational theory and practice in schools today. The course focuses on the study of ideas and movements and their developmental effects on current educational settings in the United States. In addition, major... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU6939
TESOL Internship
Section 01
Lishu Yin
Full-term Courses
This course provides observation, participation, and extended classroom teaching in a K-12 school under the supervision of an experienced teacher. It will help students to transform theoretical knowledge into practical application, to have an in-depth, first-hand experience in classroom teaching... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
2.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU7300
Biblcal Fndations for Curriculum
Section 01
Milton V. Uecker
2-Week Intensive 4
This course will enable both teachers and administrators to use the Bible as their primary document for curriculum and instructional design. Students will learn to utilize basic hermeneutical principles when integrating faith and learning, design biblically-integrated instruction, write biblical... more

NOTE: Two-week class.
MAIN
8:00AM-2:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ202
06/27 - 07/08
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU7300
Biblcal Fndations for Curriculum
Section 01
Milton V. Uecker
Graduate School Online Courses
This course will enable both teachers and administrators to use the Bible as their primary document for curriculum and instructional design. Students will learn to utilize basic hermeneutical principles when integrating faith and learning, design biblically-integrated instruction, write biblical... more
ONLINE
05/16 - 08/05
3.00 EDU7300-O01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
EDU9010
Seminar in Core Values
Section
Ronald C. Kroll
Full-term Courses
This one-day seminar introduces students to the place of core values in an educational institution by presenting CIU's five core values of (1) authority of Scripture; (2) victorious Christian living; (3) world evangelization; (4) evangelical unity; and (5) prayer and faith. Presentations are given... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
0.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
GLS6051
Missional Leadership:
Section 01
Reggie McNeal
1-Week Intensive 6
In this course you will explore the distinguishing contours of the missional church revolution as well as the leadership required to lead it. You will focus on three primary shifts: the shift from an internal to an external ministry focus, the shift from a program-driven to a people-driven... more

Also offered as MIN
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
06/20 - 06/24
3.00 GLS6051-01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
HOM6300
Found Biblical Preaching
Section 01
Donald L. Hamilton
Session 2 - Atlanta
In this course you will examine introductory matters related to preaching, three homiletical methods, contextual and exegetical steps, and the preacher's integrity. You will preach and be evaluated by your peers and will evaluate your own videotaped sermons. You are encouraged to take this course... more

Meets in Atlanta
Registration closes May 8, 2012
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
ATLA
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
06/20 - 06/24
3.00 HOM6300-S01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
HOM9413
Preaching Various Lit. Genres
Section 01
William J. Larkin, Jr.
1-Week Intensive 7
more

Accepted DMin students only
Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
SCHR244
06/27 - 07/01
3.00 HOM9413-01-S111 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
ICS5043
Contemporary Issues in Missions
Section 01
Philip M. Steyne
1-Week Intensive 5
This course offers you the opportunity to identify and analyze issues arising from the global mission of the church at the beginning of the third millenium. more

Pre-course work req. before 1st class. See syllabus.
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
06/13 - 06/17
3.00 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
INT6211
Pastoral Internship
Section 01
Richard J. Higgins
Full-term Courses
You will engage in ministry with a local church as a pastoral intern. You will participate with the church's leadership in the full range of pastoral responsibilities under the supervision of a member of the church's staff. Such participation will include observation, engaging in various ministry... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
1.50 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
INT6212
Pastoral Internship
Section 01
Richard J. Higgins
Full-term Courses
You will engage in ministry with a local church as a pastoral intern. You will participate with the church's leadership in the full range of pastoral responsibilities under the supervision of a member of the church's staff. Such participation will include observation, engaging in various ministry... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
1.50 Summer 1 2011
Summer 1 2011
INT6213
Pastoral Internship
Section 01
Richard J. Higgins
Full-term Courses
You will engage in ministry with a local church as a pastoral intern. You will participate with the church's leadership in the full range of pastoral responsibilities under the supervision of a member of the church's staff. Such participation will include observation, engaging in various ministry... more
MAIN
05/16 - 08/05
1.50 Summer 1 2011
Summer 2 2011
Session Description Time & Place Credit Hours Syllabus
Summer 2 2011
EDU6620
Adv Inst Stgy: Underst by Design
Section 01
Elaine Lindsey
1-Week Intensive 3
The purpose of this course is to instruct teachers and administrators in the best practice of using assessment as the tool to determine the instruction of concepts. Class participants will be taught how to examine learning concepts and determine how to develop enduring understandings and then to... more

Reg: ciu.edu
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
SCHR120
07/11 - 07/15
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
EDU9510
Biblical Leadership
Section 01
1-Week Intensive 4
Educational leadership, based on Judeo-Christian ethics and core values, is assessed and developed. An analysis of biblical, historical, and contemporary leadership models provides the framework for personal leadership formation. more

Accepted EdD students only
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ207
07/18 - 07/22
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
EDU9525
Princ of Org Team Bldg
Section 01
Ollie Gibbs
1-Week Intensive 4
This course examines models and strategies for building team unity within organizations. Biblical principles, the role of leadership, new team development, inter-group relations, large group interventions, and goal setting are studied. more

Accepted EdD students only
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ202
07/18 - 07/22
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
EDU9545
Alternative Ed Delivery Systems
Section 01
Ronald C. Kroll
1-Week Intensive 3
This course involves study and analysis of non-traditional strategies for ministry preparation. Students examine various delivery systems such as technology-mediated learning, modular course formats, cohorts, collaboration with local churches, mentoring, internships, etc. more

Accepted EdD students only
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ209
07/11 - 07/15
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
EDU9610
Adv Ed Research Design
Section 01
James E. Watson
1-Week Intensive 5
This course equips students with the research tools required to design the study of a doctoral dissertation topic. It prepares students to select a topic, review literature, design a study, collect quantitative data, analyze and interpret data, and report and evaluate research. Emphasis is on... more

Accepted EdD students only
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ207
07/25 - 07/29
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
EDU9620
Qualitative Research
Section 01
James E. Watson
1-Week Intensive 3
This course is designed to equip students to construct and implement qualitative research designs. The various types of qualitative approaches are studied, as well as data collection and analysis methods. Pre-requisite: EDU 9610. more

Accepted EdD students only
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQ208
07/11 - 07/15
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
ICS5020
Islam thru Christian/Muslim Eyes
Section 01
1-Week Intensive 1
This overview of Muslim faith and practice with an emphasis on comparisons with Christianity will help you develop a better understanding of Islam and learn to explain the gospel to Muslims with greater passion and sensitivity. more

Class begins Mon. July 4
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
07/04 - 07/08
3.00 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
ICS6013
The Spirit World of Islam
Section 01
Warren F. Larson
1-Week Intensive 3
This study of Islam's animistic roots, beliefs, practices, and localized expressions equips you to understand folk Islam from a biblical perspective in order to communicate the gospel in a way that speaks to the worldview and felt needs of Muslims. more

To audit: ciu.edu/muslimstudie
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
07/11 - 07/15
3.00 ICS6013-01-S211 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
ICS6037
Understanding the Qur'an
Section 01
1-Week Intensive 4
In this course you will examine the doctrine of revelation in Islam and the way in which the Qur'an influences the daily life and worship of Muslims. Special attention will be given to using the Qur'an and sound doctrine to witness among Muslims. more

Audit: ciu.edu/muslimstudies
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
07/18 - 07/22
3.00 ICS6037-01-S211 Summer 2 2011
Summer 2 2011
ICS6071
Approaches to Muslims
Section 01
Phil Parshall
1-Week Intensive 5
You will analyze and evaluate ways Christian witness relates to conversion, discipleship and church planting among Muslims. Special attention will be given to what message your lifestyle and public behavior communicate to Muslims. You will learn to respond to Muslim concerns and objections,... more

Audit: ciu.edu/muslimstudies
MAIN
8:00AM-5:00PM
MTWRF
MCQPAMP
07/25 - 07/29
3.00 Summer 2 2011