| Course ID | Credit Hours | Course |
|---|---|---|
| ED 501 | 3 |
Learning TheoriesThis course introduces students to modern theories of learning, including an examination of the learner, the didactic process, student evaluation, and the teacher-student relationship in the school environment. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 502 | 3 |
Educational MethodologiesThis course analyzes different teaching methods. Students are introduced to teacher-centered methods (direct instruction), learner-centered methods (indirect instruction), and online teaching methods. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 510 | 3 |
Practices of Classroom PrinciplesThis course will introduce students to problems related to classroom management, student motivation, and discipline. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 511 | 3 |
The Exceptional ChildThis course is designed to enable teachers to form skills in teaching students who deviate from the norm in physical, emotional, intellectual, social, or communication abilities. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 512 | 3 |
Leadership, Organization, and AdministrationThis course offers an analysis of administrative behavior and organizational patterns within Christian education. Basic factors and fundamentals for successful administrations will be examined. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 522 | 3 |
Student EvaluationsThis course studies the intricacies of proper testing and measurement of a student’s progress throughout their education. Effective testing, balanced evaluations, and principles for measurement are all studied in this course. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 542 | 3 |
Advanced Philosophy of Christian EducationThis course is designed to introduce the master’s student to the subject of philosophy and how it relates to Christian education. The course will compare some of the philosophies used by the world in education and how the Bible either defends or condemns the use of such. The student will learn how to build a biblical philosophy of teaching and ministry focused on reaching students through Christian education and developing them in their spiritual maturity for God. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
| ED 552 | 3 |
Education CapstoneEach student pursuing a master’s degree with a concentration in Christian Education must write a 10,000 word thesis on a practical area of Christian ministry within the local church. The thesis may be in a format that can be used as a manual for a specific area of ministry either in a church or Christian school. The thesis will evidence academic research and proper formatting. Prerequisite: EN 501 |
