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Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of the Bible Teaching program is to develop the ministry skill of teaching Bible in Christian and public
schools in North America, international government missionary and international schools, and other areas of
Christian work where Bible teaching ministry is exercised. Graduates of this program receive the “all-level”
certification in Bible from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
In addition to the mission statement, general objectives, and requirements of the undergraduate program, the
objectives of the Bible Teaching program are to develop the following teacher competencies:
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Cultivate the skill of preparing hermeneutically-sound Bible lessons and curriculum that are
developmentally appropriate and consistent with the pattern of biblical revelation
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Implement the sociological, philosophical, and psychological principles of the teaching-learning process
into the preparation and delivery of Bible lessons
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Establish positive, professional behavior and relationships with supervisors, co-workers, parents, and
students
Admission to the Bible Teaching Program
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Submit a preliminary application for admission to the program to the director of the Bible Teaching
program during the Spring semester of the sophomore year and have a personal interview with the
director.
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Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
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Receive an acceptable recommendation from the CSL supervisor and from the appropriate chaplain.
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Demonstrate evidence of emotional and physical health and stamina.
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Submit an application for student teaching during the Spring semester of the junior year to the director of
the Bible Teaching program.
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Pass a tuberculin test and criminal record review before student teaching placement.
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Demonstrate an aptitude for Bible teaching through a field experience assignment that has been approved
by the director of the program. Continuation in the program is dependent on the meeting of this
requirement. Note that four core courses are taught at the graduate level. In order to complete the
program, students must demonstrate to the program director the capacity for academic engagement and
achievement commensurate with the advanced knowledge and skills required for a “first professional”
degree.
Completion Requirements
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See Appendix A for graduation requirements.
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Minimum of 35 hours in Bible and theology (minimum of nine in theology)
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Complete recommended Praxis II examinations during the senior year. (Additional fees are required for
this exam and certain other aspects of the Bible Teaching program.)
Admission into Student Teaching
The application for student teaching must be submitted to the director of the Bible Teaching program during the
Spring semester of the junior year. Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA during this period. Students must have met
all the criteria for participation in the program prior to the student teaching semester, including a Bible teaching
assignment (approved by the program director) in Ministry Skills during the student’s junior year.
Cour e of Study
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Degree Core
78
Bible and Theology
30
BIB 1114
Old Testament Survey: Torah & History
3
BIB 1115
Old Testament Survey: Poetry & Prophecy
3
BIB 1120
New Testament Survey
3
BIB 3420
Principles of Bible Interpretation
3
BIB 3/4xxx
Old Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
BIB 3/4xxx
New Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
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