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Graduate School Division course numbers consist of a three-letter subject area prefix and a four-digit number indicating the difficulty level of the course as follows: 5000-level courses are considered introductory and may include some of the information covered in a similarly titled undergraduate course; 6000 and 7000 levels courses are more advanced and may include prerequisite requirements. Some courses required of Graduate School degree programs are offered through the seminary division of CIU. Each course description below indicates the course number, title, semester hour value, anticipated semester of offer, and if the course is available in IDL (independent learning) format through the Distance Education Center, www.ciu.edu/distance.
Bible
BIB 5112 Genesis - Song of Solomon: God's Plan of Creation and Redemption (3): 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 redeeming human beings and establishes Israel as the nation through which He would bless all the nations in Jesus Christ. (Also in IDL format)BIB 5113 Prophets:God’s Message of Redemption and Judgment (3) 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 Israel and the nations of the Old Testament period and anticipate the redemptive work of Christ whose predicted life and death would secure salvation for the world. (Also in IDL format)
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing Redemption (3) 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 of the world, who fulfills the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament. (Also in IDL format)
BIB 5133 Acts - Revelation: God’s People Proclaiming Redemption Globally (3) 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 redemption globally, they provide the contemporary church with normative missionary documents to guide it in fulfilling Christ’s commission. (Also in IDL format)
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Applying the Bible (3) 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 New Testaments. Special attention will be given to the principles used in correctly interpreting parables, poetry, and prophecy. (Also in IDL and online formats)
BIB 5901 Field Education in Bible Teaching (1) Fall: The specific program requirements are stated in the field education handbook. Field education supervisors work closely with program faculty to assure proper ministry placement and supervision.
BIB 6030 Biblical Theology of Missions (3) Spring, IDL: A study of God’s purpose and activity as revealed through Israel’s responsibility to the nations in the Old Testament and the mandates entrusted to the church in the New Testament. (Also offered as MIS 6030.)
BIB 6310 Progress of Redemption (3) IDL: The study of God's redemptive plan as it unfolds chronologically throughout the entire Bible. An emphasis will be placed on the methods God has employed and the response God desires from the people. The course will examine the history and character of covenant theology and dispensationalism, noting similarities as well as differences.
BIB 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Bible (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
Counseling
CNS 5111 Personal Development (0) Fall: This course is designed to help the counselor/student become aware of how he or she handles anxiety and stress. Through the use of "hardiness survey," Biblical principles, a family genogram and self evaluation the student will learn how to be emotionally and spiritually "hardy" under the stresses of life, ministry and professional career. Open to students in the MACNS and MAPC programs or by permission of the professor.CNS 5310 Counseling Theory (3) Fall: This course provides a study of the major theories of counseling. The philosophical presuppositions, theological implications, situational appropriateness, and effectiveness with client populations will be addressed. A variety of mediums will be used to help equip the counselor/student. Open to students in the MACNS program or by permission of the professor.
CNS 5330 Professional Ethics and Issues for Counseling (3) Winterim: This course provides an understanding of professional roles and functions, goals and objectives, organizations and associations, history and trends, ethical and legal standards, preparation standards, and professional certification. Special attention will be given to help the students to address potential clashes between their own personal ethical or theological belief systems and the current ethical standards. Open to students in the MACNS program or by permission of the professor.
CNS 5410 Research, Statistics and Evaluation (3) Spring: This course provides an advanced understanding of types of research statistics, report development, implementation, program evaluation, needs assessment and ethical and legal considerations. The class will give opportunity to apply this understanding in a variety of venues such as counseling research, generic research, and research which needs to be done within the religious community. Open to students in the MACNS program or by permission of the professor.
CNS 5420 Psychopathology (3) Fall: This course will study the DSM-IV, the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual for Mental Illness, to learn the categories of symptoms of psychopathology necessary to diagnose and treat mental, emotional and adjustment disorders. Students will be challenged to determine theologically what they believe are the standards for pathology and how these correlate with the DSM-IV. The pathology that is often inherent in religious clients and activities will be addressed. Open to students in the MACNS program or by permission of the professor.
CNS 5710 Cross-cultural Counseling (3) Spring: This course is an application of counseling skills in intercultural settings. Human needs in the world community are examined in order to understand how messages relate to individuals with dramatically different circumstances. The person and role of the cross-cultural counselor will be evaluated in the light of his or her theology, personal adaptation, communication and counseling skills. The cross-cultural counselor in the professional roles of pastor, missionary, business person, and professional counselor will be addressed. This course presupposes the validity and necessity of involvement in a cross-cultural job or ministry, whether within the United States or in another country. Open to students in the MACNS program or by permission of the professor.
CNS6210 Preparation for Clinical Practice (.5): In this course students will demonstrate their diagnostic, differentiating, treatment modality and treatment technique skills as they interact and respond to case scenarios from the Mental Health Counselor's Exam. Training will focus on quality treatment planning that comes from quality diagnosis and paradigm development. Students will demonstrate proficiency in these arenas before beginning their Internships.
CNS 6300 Integration of Theology and Psychology (3) Fall: This course provides an introduction to understanding the nature and scope of the integration of psychology and theology at three different levels - philosophically, theoretically and practically. With the basic assumption of the full authority of Scripture, this course will discuss the benefits of open dialogue between the truths found in general and special revelation as they relate to counseling issues. Also discussed will be the impact of personality and personal history on one’s spiritual practices and theological leanings. Prerequisites: CNS 5310, 5420, 6410, and THE 5110 (or equivalent in undergraduate study).
CNS 6310 Human Development Issues in Counseling (3) Summer: This course will focus on the individual and the inherent challenges and pathologies that are often experienced at each stage of development. Students will be challenged to understand, analyze, and predict potential and realized crises, disabilities and pathologies that are endogenous and exogenous. This study will approach the life span issues from both treatment and prevention models. Emotional, relational, physical and spiritual issues will be examined. Prerequisites: CNS 5310, 5420.
CNS 6410 Counseling Techniques (3) Fall: This class provides an understanding of the philosophical basis of the helping processes. The class will focus on specific skills, techniques, and competencies which are critical to change in the healing process. The students will be evaluated, in taped sessions, on their ability to integrate technique in a counseling session.
CNS 6430 Appraisal of Individuals (3) Fall: This course provides an understanding of group and individual and psychometric theories and approaches to appraisal, data and information gathering methods, validity and reliability, psychometric statistics, factors influencing appraisals, and the use of appraisal results in helping processes. Special attention will be given to issues inherent in the appraisal of the religious client including test bias, test skew, and defensiveness. Prerequisites: CNS 5410, 5420, 6410. CNS 6931 must be taken concurrently.
CNS 6440 Group and Institutional Counseling (3) Winter, Summer: This class provides an understanding of group development, dynamics, and counseling theories, group leadership styles, group counseling methods and skills, and other group approaches. Application of the class teaching will be made to the large group needs of corporations, mission organizations, and churches. An examination will be made of how groups have been used throughout the history of the church. Prerequisites: CNS 5310, 5420, 6410. Limited to 9 students.
CNS6445 Spiritual Transformation and Group Process (3): In this pastoral counseling course the students will be taught the various types of groups that exist or should exist in churches and institutions and how they can be used in a strategic effort to help people develop community, heal wounds, grow spiritually, serve others, accomplish goals and maintain accountability. Students will learn group process, stages of group development, healthy and unhealthy groups and the power of groups for task accomplishment and spiritual transformation. On both a personal level and on an institutional level students will experience the power of the group process.
CNS 6710 Marriage Counseling (3) Spring: This course will provide an understanding of premarital and marital counseling theories and techniques. A thorough review of biblical and scientific data and research on marital issues will be foundational to the course. Treatment of the normal transitions and phases of marriage as well as the more difficult marital problems will be studied. This course must be taken concurrently with CNS 6931.
CNS 6720 Family Counseling (3) Fall: This course will provide an understanding of family counseling theories and techniques. A thorough review of biblical and scientific data and research on family issues, as well as an examination of the student’s own family of origin, will be foundational for the course. Family dynamics as seen in communication, roles, parenting, intimacy, and adaptation will be discussed. This course must be taken concurrently with CNS 6932.
CNS6755 Counseling Grief and Loss (3): In this course students will be taught to understand and identify the process and progress of how people deal with losses in their lives. The student will also be taught 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. Anger, depression, anxiety, social withdrawal, along with loss of hope and faith will be addressed. Using specific tools the student will be able to address his or her own losses, the losses in others and the losses that can affect communities and institutions.
CNS 6810 Career Counseling and Decision Making (3) Spring: This area of study provides an understanding of career development theories; occupational and educational information sources and systems; career and leisure counseling, guidance, and education; lifestyle and career decision making; and career development program planning, resources, and evaluation. Attention will be given to clients making career and education decisions for the first time, those who are making mid-life or end of life changes, as well as those who need help with the career that they have chosen. Special application will include counseling missionaries, pastors, lay ministers and church leaders in regard to their career and calling. Prerequisites: CNS 5310, 6430.
CNS 6911 Diagnostic Practicum (3) Spring: This course will focus on advanced diagnostic and differential skills based upon the DSM-IV. Students will be introduced to professional counseling issues such as diagnosis, treatment plans, case conferences and treatment planning in a highly practical format moving from theory directly to the counseling office. Students will apply this knowledge in on-field practicum sites by counseling individuals, small groups and marriages. The students will receive supervision both at the practicum site as well as at the school. Prerequisites: CNS 5310, 5330, 5420. CNS 6410 must be taken concurrently.
CNS 6931 Supervised Internship in Counseling 1: Mood Disorders (3) Fall: This internship is a 300-hour supervised practice of counseling with an emphasis in the pharmacology, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders. The intern will practice a full range of counseling skills at an approved internship site and will demonstrate those skills in class discussion, technique demonstrations, presentations and report writing. The intern will strive to develop skills that combine both counseling and theological training within secular, religious and culturally diverse settings. The intern will engage in a variety of professional activities at the internship site that would be typical of a regularly employed licensed therapist. This class will focus primarily, although not exclusively, on treatment from the Cognitive-Behavioral perspective. Prerequisites: CNS 6911 and Candidacy to the MA CNS program.
CNS 6932 Supervised Internship in Counseling 2: Anxiety Disorders (3) Spring: This internship is a 300-hour supervised practice of counseling with an emphasis in the pharmacology, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders. The intern will practice a full range of counseling skills at an approved internship site and will demonstrate those skills in class discussion, technique demonstrations, presentations and report writing. The intern will strive to develop skills that combine both counseling and theological training within secular, religious and culturally diverse settings. The intern will engage in a variety of professional activities at the internship site that would be typical of a regularly employed licensed therapist. This class will focus primarily, although not exclusively, on treatment from the Cognitive-Behavioral perspective. Additional issues such as Job Search skills and how to build a counseling center will be addressed. Prerequisites: CNS 6932.
CNS 6933 Extended Internship (.5) Fall, Spring, Summer: This class is designed for advanced counseling students and is required for those who have completed the practicum and internship classes in the MA in Counseling Program yet are still seeing clients not having yet received the Licensed Professional Intern state designation. In this class students will receive clinical supervision for their ongoing casework. The supervision will emphasize advanced technique, paradigm development and a philosophy of integrated counseling work. Students will be expected to share casework from their internship sites and to enter into analysis and feedback with one another's work. This class may be repeated as needed.
CNS6934 Non-licensure Supervised Internship 1 (3):
CNS6934 Non-licensure Supervised Internship 2 (3):
CNS 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Counseling (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
Education
EDU 5113 Introduction to Instructional Design (3) Spring, Summer: This is a basic course intended to introduce the responsibilities of the classroom teacher, curriculum theory, lesson planning, integration of standards, authentic assessment, and accommodations for diversity.EDU5130 Issues in Education (3)
EDU 5151 Professional Dimensions Seminar (1) Fall: This seminar is designed to prepare the prospective teacher for the student teaching experience. Issues regarding professional roles and responsibilities, the evaluation and assistance process, professional growth, resume writing, and portfolio development are addressed. Special emphasis is placed on the CIU Professional and Character Dimensions and South Carolina ADEPT Performance Dimensions.
EDU5310 Christian School Guidance Program (3) Reviews the common theories and components of guidance and career development. It urges students to compare and contrast these approaches with the biblical concept of Career Stewardship. This principle is developed as a school guidance program model and is presented as the guiding philosophical principle for all the components of a comprehensive developmental and balanced curriculum of Christian school guidance and counseling interventions.
EDU5330 Nature of the Learner (2): This is a survey course in developmental psychology covering human growth from birth through young adult. Emphasis is placed on the major theorists and changes within the strands of development that impact the teaching profession and serve as the basis for developmentally appropriate practices. Upon completion of this course the students should not only have a grasp of the characteristics of the learner, but also the teaching strategies that compliment the student’s developmental needs. The student will also acquire the knowledge base and skills needed for continued child study. This course provides examples of how to analyze and critique the field of behavioral science in light of special revelation--the Bible.
EDU5331 Understanding the Learner (3): This is a survey course in developmental psychology covering human growth from birth through young adult. Emphasis is placed on the major theorists and changes within the strands of development that impact the teaching profession and serve as the basis for developmentally appropriate practices. Upon completion of this course the students should not only have a grasp of the characteristics of the learner, but also the teaching strategies that compliment the student’s developmental needs. The student will also acquire the knowledge base and skills needed for continued child study. This course provides examples of how to analyze and critique the field of behavioral science in light of special revelation--the Bible.
EDU 5400 Principles of Bible Curriculum Design (3) Spring: Instruction concerning curriculum design with application to the preparation of curriculum for Bible teaching; examination and evaluation of existing Bible curricula in order to determine the philosophical basis for their construction; projects in designing original Bible courses and units on various grade levels for use in varied teaching environments.
EDU5410 The Counseling Process in Christian Schools: A course that studies common models of brief counseling. It introduces a biblically recycled model, Wisdom-Framed, Solutions-Initiated (WFSI) yough counseling, as a practical, biblically consistent process for youth counseling and teacher and parent consultations in Christian school and youth group settings. Role-plays, observation, and case studies are core components of this skill-development course.
EDU 5420 Seminar in Models of Teaching (2) Summer: This seminar focuses on the dimensions of learning and cooperative learning but includes other simple models of teaching. Participants will learn several cooperative learning structures and activities and will design practical projects to implement in their classrooms or schools.
EDU 5421 Seminar in Dimensions of Learning (2) Summer: This seminar focuses on the Dimensions of Learning model as a tool for enhancing instruction, developing critical thinking ability, and promoting the meaningful use of knowledge. Participants will use the model for lesson and unit planning and instructional delivery to achieve these goals. Participants will design a practical project that can be implemented in their classrooms or schools.
EDU 5440 Teaching Bible (3) Fall, Summer: This course is designed to enable the teacher of Bible to develop a philosophy of Bible teaching and to follow a preparation procedure that will insure that the purpose for which Scripture was given will be accomplished. Special emphasis is placed on how to plan daily lessons following the pattern of biblical revelation and teaching with integrity.
EDU 5441 Student Teaching Seminar: Bible Teaching (1) Fall: Seminar designed to prepare the student teacher in Bible for the directed teaching experience. Issues of being under supervision, managing the classroom, and evaluating student performance will be addressed.
EDU 5442 Applied Methods of Teaching Bible (4) Spring: Practical experience in and demonstration of principles and methods studied in EDU 4440. Preparation of assigned unit for Directed Teaching in Bible.
EDU 5443 Directed Teaching in Bible (9) Spring: Application of principles and methods of teaching in an extended classroom experience of observation and teaching under the supervision of an experienced teacher. Regular personal conferences with the cooperating teacher and the university supervisor are required. A Directed Teaching fee is charged. Prerequisites: EDU 5442 and approval of applicant for Directed Teaching in Bible.
EDU 5451 Methods of Teaching Bible (3) Fall: A study of the methods of classroom instruction with specific application to using the Bible as the text; preparation of material for teaching, including formulation of objectives; and preparing units and daily lesson plans.
EDU 5461 Seminar in Diagnostic Reading Instruction (2) Summer: This course is designed to provide procedures and material for the diagnosis, assessment and correction of reading difficulties, the evaluation of student progress, and the differentiation of techniques to offer effective instruction.
EDU 5466 Seminar in Learning Disabilities (2) Summer: The purpose of this course is to equip educators with an overview of the field of learning disabilities. In particular, biblical and research perspectives will be presented for the process of student identification, intervention and appropriate classroom adjustments. In addition, a model of effective co-laboring will be shared in which general and special educators form a collaborative school-wide team.
EDU5476 Technology in Education (2):
EDU 5480 Seminar in Counseling and Career Development (2) Summer: An introduction to the scope of the guidance services of counseling and career development presented within the context of a Christian philosophy. Strategies which are Biblically principled are presented to stimulate the student and the family in personal and interpersonal adjustment, and in faithful and wise career planning.
EDU 5509 Educational Administration (2) Summer: A study of the structure of various organizational forms of Christian schools with emphasis on the administrative processes involved in all of them.
EDU 5541 Learning Environment and Classroom Management (2) Spring, Summer: A course designed to introduce a variety of class management models, with analysis and application emphases. Implications for both early childhood and elementary settings are studied. Classroom environmental arrangements, time-management factors, children of differing backgrounds and needs, mentally, emotionally, socially and/or physically disabled children, and preventive, supportive and corrective discipline are addressed. Large and small group management and components of effective physical/social/emotional/academic learning environments are examined.
EDU 5559 Seminar in Planning and Development (2) Summer: A seminar covering both the theoretical and practical aspects of effective long-range planning and development.
EDU 5592 Studies in Christian School Leadership (2) Summer: A synthesizing study of the Christian philosophy of education and the practical skills needed for effective administrative leadership. This will involve a variety of faculty and/or other resource persons. Requirements are satisfied by active participation in a track of the International Institute of Christian School Educators. An application project is also required. The tracks are as follows -
Section 1 Administration
Section 2 Legal Issues
Section 3 Strategic Planning
Section 4 Curriculum Development & Supervision
Section 5 School Board Development & Policy
Section 6 Budget & Finance
Section 7 Marketing
EDU5600 Teaching the Content Areas (6):
EDU 5611 Seminar in Children's Literature (2) Summer: Literature written for children engages young and old alike. It weaves a story, projects a character, defines a problem, and offers information. Each piece of these published works can provide the stimulus for classroom instruction in any and all subject areas. This course will examine the genre designed for children and youth, and develop instruction using this supply of materials. The students will read and review works created in different periods, written by different authors, and generated for different purposes. Using children's literature in the classroom can offer the teacher and student new horizons to explore through interdisciplinary units, author studies, and appreciation of new authors and award winners alike.
EDU 5615 Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas (2) Summer: This Institute seminar course is designed for middle grade teachers. The philosophy and strategies for teaching reading and writing in content areas (science, social studies, etc.) will be over viewed and then practiced through an extended project within the teacher’s classroom.
EDU5660 Integrating Enrichment areas (2):
EDU 5722 Issues in Early Education (1) IDL Study in this course centers on issues in the nature, needs, and education of the young child (ages birth-8) as an extension of EDU 5330, Nature of the Learner. Each student selects a topic for extended study involving an in-depth examination of an issue and a follow-up journal article. Selected issues must be contemporary, documented from within the last five years of professional literature, relevant to the student’s current professional endeavors or setting, and answer a professional question related to the development or education of the young child. Prerequisite: EDU 5330.
EDU 5741 Issues in Pre-adolescence (1) IDL Study in this course centers on issues in the nature, needs, and education of the preadolescent (ages 10-14) as an extension of EDU 5330, Nature of the Learner. Each student selects a topic for extended study involving an in-depth examination of an issue and a follow-up journal article. Selected issues must be contemporary, documented from within the last five years of professional literature, relevant to the student’s current professional endeavors or setting, and answer a professional question related to the development or education of the middle school child. Prerequisite: EDU 5330.
EDU 5751 Issues in Adolescence (1) IDL Study in this course centers on issues in the nature, needs, and education of the adolescent (ages 14-20) as an extension of EDU 5330, Nature of the Learner. Each student will select a topic for extended study involving an in-depth examination of an issue and a follow-up journal article. Selected issues must be contemporary, documented from within the last five years of professional literature, relevant to the student’s current professional endeavors or setting, and answer a professional question related to the development or education of the adolescent child. Prerequisite: EDU 5330.
EDU 5810 Students with Diverse Needs (2) Summer: This course will expose students to various areas of exceptionality including definitions, incidence, and educational needs. Regulations governing the education of the handicapped, options of serving special needs and modification of regular classrooms to accommodate exceptional children will be studied.
EDU 5931 Student Teaching with Seminar (9) Fall, Spring: Observation, participation, and extended classroom teaching in the elementary school under the supervision of an experienced teacher; regular interaction including assistance and evaluation by college supervisor and cooperating teacher using the South Carolina ADEPT (Assisting, Developing and Evaluating Professional Teaching) Performance Dimensions. A Student Teaching fee is charged. Prerequisites: all EDU courses and knowledge content courses.
EDU6101 Electronic Portfolio Development (0)
EDU 6110 Curriculum Development and Instruction (3) Fall, Summer: 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. The ability level, learning style and resources will be considered in teaching and assessing students where each can meet success.
EDU 6130 Issues in Education (2) Spring, Summer: Designed to assist school personnel in the identification, analysis, and planning of strategies to overcome specific problems related to educational practices in the schools.
EDU6140 Connecting with Families and Communities (2):
EDU 6230 History and Philosophy of Education (2) Fall, Summer:
A survey of the historical and philosophical ideas that guide educational theory and practice in our schools today. The course focuses on the study of leaders, ideas and movements and their developmental effects on current educational settings in the United States. Attention is given to concept clarification and practical applications of ideas within today’s diverse classrooms.
EDU6231 History and Philosophy of Education (3):
EDU6410 Biblical Dynamics of Counseling (3):
EDU 6420 Supervision of Instruction (2) Summer: This course will assist any supervisory personnel in improving their ability to exercise effective supervision and evaluation principles. This improvement will be influenced by an understanding of Biblical principles, a knowledge of related educational theory, and an opportunity to apply these principles and knowledge to specific supervisory problems and practices.
EDU 6432 Authentic Educational Measurement (2) Fall: This course is designed to introduce students to varying methods of assessment procedures in order for them to establish a foundation for constructing, choosing various forms of assessments and interpreting and reporting the results in order to gauge student educational progress.
EDU 6480 Professional Portfolio Development (1) Fall, Spring, Summer: This course is specifically designed for MAT students who have previous teaching experience and are exempt from student teaching. During the 100-hour classroom practicum, the MAT candidate will prepare a professional portfolio to defend their professional competencies as outlined by S.C. State Standards. The portfolio will include a long-range plan, short-range plan, and written summary statements of how ADEPT performance dimensions 4 - 10 have been demonstrated. The short-range plan will be taught during the practicum with planned observations and recorded feedback by a CIU supervisor, cooperating teacher, and MAT peer. Evidence will also include documents and letters of reference from prior instructional supervisors.
EDU 6490 Educational Research (3) Spring: This course is designed to enable students to conduct and evaluate educational research. The instruction will emphasize the major principles, methods, and procedures of research as employed by students of education. Special emphasis is given to researching educational and administrative effectiveness in the school.
EDU 6500 Personnel Management (2) Summer: A study of the principles and practices of effective personnel administration, including procedures and problems involved in faculty and staff recruitment, selection, orientation, in-service training and evaluation.
EDU 6530 School Law (2) Summer: This course introduces the student to the legal issues affecting teachers and administrators. Special attention is given to issues of particular concern and interest to Christian educators.
EDU6610 Advanced Instructional Strategies: The Differentiated Classroom (3): The purpose of this course is to instruct teachers and administrators in the art of differentiating instruction within the classroom. Differentiation is the process of developing curriculum to meet the specific learning styles of the students within one's classroom. We will be providing strategies that will enable the teacher or administrator to develop or strengthen new thinking patterns concerning curriculum and instruction. Some topics to be discussed will be tiering, 4-MAT, learning contracts, orbitals, interest groups and compacting.
EDU6620 Advanced Instructional Strategies: Understanding by Design (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 determine what is the best method of assessing these understandings. Finally, participants will learn how to develop instruction and classroom activities from the assessments.
EDU6630 Issues in Curriculum (3):
EDU6640 Issues in Guidance (3)
EDU6650 NILD Training Level 1 (4):
EDU6651 NILD Training Level 2 (4)
EDU6652 NILD Training Level 3 (4):
EDU 6940 Internship in Educational Administration (3-6) Fall, Spring, Summer: This on-the-job experience enables the administration student to gain practical experience working alongside an experienced “mentor.” Opportunity is afforded to be a participant in the actual job of a school administrator.
EDU 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Education (1-6) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
EDU 7300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum (3) Winterim: 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 standards and objectives, and teach Christian critical thinking and worldview. Products from the course will include a comprehensive list of Biblical standards for education, a list of Christian critical thinking skills, a knowledge of models for Biblical integration and examples of integrated lessons. The course will utilize both historical lectures (video) from the International Institute for Christian School Educators and a team of CIU professors.
EDU 7400 Advanced Instructional Design (3) Summer: This course provides a theoretical and practical framework for creating effective instruction. Beginning with a study of human learning, a procedure for planning, delivering, and evaluating instruction will be presented and practiced through hands-on activities. Emphasis will be on determining goals (including those in the cognitive/psycho motor/spiritual/affective domains), identifying appropriate resources and strategies to reach those goals, and evaluating the ultimate achievement of the goals.
EDU 7960 Professional Project (3-6) Fall, Spring, Summer: Provides an opportunity to design and develop an idea resulting in a tangible product, innovative curriculum, improved management system or other unique addition to the field of education. Project proposal must include a clear statement of outcome and benefits to setting, defined procedures, timetable and assessment procedures. Prerequisite: approval of advisor.
EDU9100 Christian Education and Contemporary Culture (3): This course examines philosophical, religious, cultural, and demographic trends in contemporary society through a lens of biblical principles. Students will address the Christian school mission and educational emphases which are needed in light of the current and future societal environment.
EDU9200 Historical and Philosophical Perspectives on Education (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 nations, leaders, ideas and movements and their developmental effects on current educational settings in the United States. In addition, Christian philosophical perspectives which are teh foundation of Christian school education are examined.
EDU9310 Curriculum Theory and Design (3) This course provides theoretical frameworks for evaluating and developing effective courses of study. Curricular emphases throughout history, philosophies, theories and strategies will be examined in planning and developing long- and short-range units.
EDU9320 Teaching and Learning Theory (3) This course compares various pedagogical models and their accompanying assumptions about the nature of learning. At the same time, biblical perspectives on teaching and learning are integrated into an understanding of effective, differentiated instruction.
EDU9330 Measurement and Assessment Theory (3) This course examines important components of measurement and assessment theory as they relate to program development and student assessment on a school-wide basis.
EDU9400 Education in Urban and Cross-Cultural Settings (3) This course examines the sociological, economic, religious, and linguistic variables which impact Christian schooling in urban settings and in culturally/linguistically diverse environments. Attention is given to biblical principles relevant to trans-cultural relationships. Models of successful Christian schooling in these settings are analyzed.
EDU9410 Information and Communication Technology in Education (3) This course will provide students with knowledge of the technology available to build systems useful in Christian schools and will show how technology is used to create a systems architecture that meets the information processing needs of schools. EDU9510 Biblical Leadership (3): 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.
EDU9515 Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3) This course examines the relationship dynamics which occur in organizations between leaders and followers, and between work groups in light of biblical principles. Attention is given to theories of effective leadership, motivation, decision-making, organizational change, and organizational systems.
EDU9520 Supervision and Instructional Leadership (3) This course investigates the dynamics of developing instructional leadership in Christian schools which lead to lasting school improvement. Attention is given to leadership principles and strategies, techniques of working with teachers, and focusing on growth in student learning.
EDU9525 Principles of Organizational Team Building (3) 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.
EDU9530 Christian School Organizational Models and Politics (3) This course focuses on the various Christian school organizational models. The distinguishing features of each are explored, along with analysis of the organizational and relational dynamics within each type.
EDU9540 Models of Strategic Planning and Organizational Assessment (3) This course examines various models for conducting strategic planning and for assessing the effectiveness of organizations in accomplishment of their missions. Special attention is given to linking mission, vision, goals, planning, budgeting, and assessment in Christian schools.
EDU9550 The Legal Environment and the Christian School (3) This course examines the philosophies and trends which have surfaced in through court decisions and legislation relating to education in general, and private or sectarian education in particular. The implications for Christian school practice are reviewed.
EDU9555 Developing Institutional Resources (3) This course addresses various philosophies and approaches for building strong public relations programs and for generating non-tuition funds for operations and capital growth.
EDU9560 Management of Human Resources (3) This course examines factors which impact the way schools manage human resources. Attention is given to reward management, effect of job design strategies on efficiency and motivation, and strategies/practices which promote high quality employee performance in Christian schools.
EDU9565 Management of Fiscal Affairs (3) This course examines a broad range of financial management concepts. Students will learn the analytical skills necessary to make good financial decisions. Particular application is made to the religious, non-for-profit educational institution.
EDU9610 Advanced Educational Research Design (3) 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 quantitative studies including experimental, quasi-experimental, correlational, and survey designs.
EDU9620 Qualitative Research (3) This course is designed to equip students to construct and implement qualitative research designs. The variosu types of qualitative approaches are studied, as well as data collection and analysis methods.
EDU9630 Research and Authorship for Publication (3) This course equips the candidate to assimilate research findings and to prepare research reports suitable for publication ni refereed journals or non-refereed publications.
EDU9700 Doctoral Dissertation (12) In this course the candidate implements the research proposal developed in the Applied Research course. A full research report (dissertation) is written and orally defended before a panel of faculty.
Intercultural Studies
ICS 5010 Introduction to World Religions (3) Fall: A survey of the origin, belief, growth and impact of world religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Chinese and Japanese religions and their folk expressions. The contemporary status of each religion is evaluated in reference to Christian missions.ICS 5020 Introduction to Islam (3) Fall, Summer: An overview of the origins and the doctrines of the Muslim faith with an emphasis on comparisons with Christianity.
ICS 5030 Understanding Cultures and Worldviews (3) This course will enable you to understand the philosophical assumptions which an individual uses in constructing the belief system by which he/she makes decisions about the world. It will help you construct a biblical worldview and provide you with the skills needed to analyze the culture and worldview of the people God has called you to reach. Special attention will be given to tools for understanding culture as an essential means of entry into cross-cultural ministry. (Also offered as THE 5030.)
ICS 6040 Cultural Anthropology (3) Fall, IDL: This course is designed to introduce the future missionary to the discipline of cultural anthropology and to the study of other cultures. Students will learn concepts and field methods which will help them acquire a good understanding of the society, culture and customs of the people with whom they will work. This understanding will enhance effective communication of the gospel and aid in the development of appropriate missionary methods and strategies.
ICS 6046 Folk Religion (3) Fall, IDL: The nature of the encounter between divine and satanic powers in human experience. Attention is given to the beliefs and practices of animism and their influence on religious structures. Application is made to the defensive and offensive position of the Christian in spiritual warfare.
ICS 6070 Cross-cultural Communication (3) Spring: The interrelationship between culture and language is explored, including degrees of interculturalness, verbal and non-verbal systems, role expectations, strategies for culture learning and the dynamics of change. Specific attention is given to implications for communicating the Christian message cross-culturally.
ICS 6074 Communicating Cross-culturally (3) You will explore the complex inter-relationship between culture and language, including verbal and non-verbal systems, role expectations, strategies for culture learning and dynamics of change. Specific attention will be given to the implications for communicating the Christian message where understanding in a cross-cultural context has less to do with knowledge than with attitudes, sensitivities, and adaptations.
ICS 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Intercultural Studies (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
Linguistics
LNG 5041 Introduction to Language Learning (3) Fall: An introductory course in language learning, designed primarily for missionaries. Using the Brewsters’ LAMP method (Language Acquisition Made Practical), the course involves building skills needed to create a personalized, non-classroom based language learning program. Also includes strategies for traditional classroom based programs, and specific training in articulatory phonetics. Because of the essential field work component, this course is not recommended for audit.LNG 5170 General Linguistics (3) Spring: This is an introductory survey of some major areas of linguistics. This course is intented to inform the student of how language works at different levels and how those levels interact with one another. This course covers Phonetics (the sounds of language), Phonology (the sound systems of individual languages), Morphology (the origin and structure of words), Syntax (the structure of sentences), Semantics (how words make meaning), Pragmatics (language in its context), Sociolinguistics (language in society), and the History of English.
LNG 5710 Theoretical Foundations of Language Learning (3) Fall: An introduction to the principles and practices of English language teaching. We examine the theories and practices of language teaching and learning in general and English language teaching and learning in particular, focusing on the adult learner.
LNG 5900-LNG 5901 ESL Practicum 1, 2 (0.5, 0.5) Fall, Spring: These courses are designed to enable MED students to complement their coursework with experience in the ESL classroom. Students will observe and teach local ESL classes, attend weekly labs, and submit lesson plans and reports.
LNG 6114 Introduction to Linguistics (3) Fall: An introductory survey of some of the major areas of linguistics, excluding syntax. This course is intended to explore how language works at different levels and how these levels interact with one another. It covers phonetics (the study of speech sounds), phonology (the sound systems of individual languages), morphology (the origin and structure of words), semantics (how words and sentences make meaning), pragmatics (language in its context), sociolinguistics (language in society) and historical linguistics (how language changes over time). The approach is practical, emphasizing problem solving and proving the skills needed for analyzing languages including English and other languages whose structure may be quite different from that of English.
LNG 6650 English Syntax (3) Spring: A detailed study of the structure of English, especially designed for the teacher of English as a second language, with special attention to making the aspects of grammar teachable. Prerequisite: LNG 6114.
LNG 6740 Techniques of TEFL: Listening, Speaking and Reading (3) Fall: A practical course in teaching listening, speaking and reading to adult speakers of other languages. Also covers the following: oral proficiency level ratings; pronunciation; reading skills appropriate for different levels; vocabulary development. Includes the design of activities, the practice of techniques and microteaching – opportunities to teach portions of lessons and receive feedback.
LNG 6745 Techniques of TEFL: English Structure and Writing (3) Spring: A practical course in teaching English grammar and writing to adult speakers of other languages. Includes the design of activities, the practice of techniques and microteaching – opportunities to teach portions of lessons and receive feedback. Not a review of English grammar. Prerequisite: LNG 5710.
LNG 6831 Curriculum, Testing and Administration for Language Programs (3) Spring: This course is a study of the principles of curriculum development and testing for language programs. The course also covers program administration and other professional issues. Prerequisite: LNG 5710 and LNG 6740.
LNG 6910-6911 TEFL Practicum 1, 2 (1, 1) Fall, Spring: These courses are designed to enable TEFL students to complement their course work with experience in the ESL classroom. Students participate weekly in ESL programs at local universities, public schools, churches, and/or community centers. These placements provide students with opportunities to develop their teaching and ministry skills through observation, supervised teaching, and individual interaction with non-native speakers. Students attend labs and submit reports weekly. Students must receive a satisfactory grade in these courses in order to register for LNG 7970 TEFL Internship.
LNG 7970 TEFL Internship (2) Fall, Spring, Summer: An off-campus, intensive experience in teaching English to speakers of other languages. Focuses on developing skills and techniques in teaching English while applying language teaching theory and principles. Prerequisite: All coursework for MATEFL/ICS and permission of instructor.
LNG 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Linguistics (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
Ministry Studies
MIN 5300 Foundations of spiritual Development (3): This course will examine the foundational principles for effective life and ministry. You will evaluate what God has done in your life, where you are currently in your ministry development, and how you can prepare for future ministry opportunities. Special emphasis will be devoted to your personal sanctification and establishing redemptive relationships with others.MIN 5900 Field Education: Foundations of Ministry (.5) Fall, Spring, IDL: This course examines the foundational principles of an effective ministry. Students will evaluate what God has done in their lives, where they are currently in ministry development, and how they can prepare for future ministry opportunities. Students will learn the importance of field education as an integral part of the educational philosophy of Columbia International University, which emphasizes biblical competence, spiritual formation, and ministry skill development.
MIN 5915 Studies in Missions (0)
MIN 5916 Studies in Evangelism (0)
Missions
MIS 5011 Global Missions and the Church (3) Fall: With attention to the role of church plant-ing in reaching the unreached, the course introduces the student to the biblical/theological foundation, historical development, cross-cultural challenge, and practical ministry of world missions. Emphasis is placed on taking personal responsibility for the evangelization of the world by finding and fulfilling one’s uniquely designed, God-given role. Students are equipped with the strategy and skills to mobilize their local church for global mission.MIS 6030 Biblical Theology of Missions (3) Spring, IDL: A study of God’s purpose and activity as revealed through Israel’s responsibility to the nations in the Old Testament and the mandates entrusted to the church in the New Testament. (Also offered as BIB 6030.)
MIS 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Missions (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
Theology
THE 5550 Principles of the Christian Life (3)IDL: A study of the most important theme known to humankind--knowing God. A biblical theology of sanctification will provide the foundation for every principle for living the Christian life presented--both personal and social. Personal issues such as spiritual growth, temptation, the function of the Law, the means of grace and the character of faith will be examined. Varying viewpoints among Christians will be noted. The course also considers the biblical approach to such social aspects of sanctification as life and death, war and peace, church and state, wealth and poverty and race questions. The goal of the course is to discover how God has planned to remake us like Christ, and to commit ourselves to godliness in today’s world.THE 5110 Doctrine: Survey (3) Spring, IDL: An overview of Christian theology, including the purpose and value of studying the Bible thematically. The course will include an introduction to the doctrines of God, creation, revelation, humanity, sin, Jesus Christ, salvation, the Holy Spirit, spirit beings, the church, future things, and the implications of revelation, inspiration, illumination and canonicity of the Bible. Students will learn key biblical texts foundational to each doctrine.
THE 6950 Faculty Directed Study in Theology (1-3) Upon Request: Available by special arrangement with instructor. Consult with academic advisor.
