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COM 4930
Internship in Communication
The Communication Internship Program is designed to provide in-depth experience in various facets of the communication field in
marketplace, mission, and ministry experience environments. The program is fundamentally an educational experience. You will use
observation and actual experience under the joint supervision of college faculty and experienced professionals serving as supervisors to
better prepare yourself to become a world Christian who serves God with excellence in cross-cultural, church, marketplace, and other
ministry roles. (3-6)
C
OMPUTERS
CPT 2110
Introduction to Computers: Windows or MAC Platform
This course is an introduction to productivity applications in personal computing from a Microsoft Windows or MAC platform. (A separate
section will be offered for each platform). You will receive hands-on experience with the current operating system, file management,
word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation programs. In addition, you will explore the various hardware components that
affect the user interface, hard drives, graphics cards, processor speeds, and wireless connectivity. You will also examine information about
computer selection and system evaluation criteria. (3)
E
CONOMICS
ECN 2210
Economics 1 (Micro)
This is a study in the principles of economics with a micro-economics perspective. Topics include marginal analysis, competition,
monopolies, the role of organization, the role of government, and market structures. (3)
ECN 2220
Economics 2 (Macro)
This is a study in the principles of economics with a macro-economics perspective. Topics include fiscal and monetary policy, supply
and demand, economic history, and the role public policy has on economics. (3)
E
DUCATION
EDU 2110
Foundations of Education
This course is an introductory study of the historical, social, philosophical, psychological and pedagogical “foundations” of education,
designed for those preparing to become professional educators. You will develop the tools to articulate a personal philosophy of
education, with an emphasis on the social context of urban schools and an understanding of biblical principles relating to education. (3)
EDU 2540
Learning Environment and Classroom Management
A course designed to introduce a variety of learning environments and classroom management models, with analysis and application
emphases implications for both early childhood and elementary settings. Classroom environmental arrangements, community issues, time
management factors, children of differing backgrounds/needs, building self-esteem and confidence, conflict resolution, collaboration, and
preventive/supportive/corrective discipline are addressed. (2)
EDU 3135
Contemporary Educational Issues
Through the use of group discussion centered on selected educationally-related literature, students will develop familiarity with historical
and contemporary educational issues and the ability to critically interpret them. (0-1)
Repeatable
EDU 3330
Understanding th Learner
This is a survey course in developmental psychology covering human development from birth through preadolescence. The course models
how to analyze and critique the field of behavioral science in light of special revelation — the Bible. Emphasis is placed on the major
developmental 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 the course, students should not only have a grasp of the characteristics of the
learner, but also the teaching strategies that complement the student’s developmental and brain-based needs. Additionally, an
understanding of the nature and needs of culturally-diverse populations and at-risk learners will also be included. Knowledge of these
differences will form the basis for designing culturally-responsive teaching. (3)
EDU 3415
C isis Care for Children in Tra ma
This is a foundational course to train those who work or plan to work with children experiencing trauma. Central to most children’s
trauma is the loss of security and protection of family and home. This course will teach fundamental issues relating to children who are
experiencing parental divorce, HIV/AIDS, refugee resettlement, war casualty, and sexual exploitation and other trauma. The course will
also train the students in effective intervention principles that promote healing and facilitate closure to childhood traumatic experiences.
Emphasis will be placed upon the exploration of holistic ministries. (3)
EDU 3416
Crisis Care for Orphans/Vulnerable Children
The material in this course provides an overview of the situation of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) worldwide. You will gain an
understanding of the lives, needs, and impact on children when losing their families and homes. Several components of holistic orphan
care are discussed and for orphans who require out-of-home care, successful examples of alternative parental programs are given,
Advocacy on behalf of orphans and vulnerable children is highlighted as key to changing some current practices that hinder effective
orphan care. (3)
Prerequisite: EDU 3415
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