Davis Course Catalog_2024-25_v6

MATHEMATICS +MATH 1011 Mathematics I M, L, 3 credit hours

INTERCULTURAL MINISTRIES/MISSIONS Note – Courses with a TESL prefix can also be taken to satisfy Missions electives.

This course is designed to provide an interdisciplinary approach to quantitative literacy, critical thinking, and the relevance of mathematics in society. Selected topics include set theory, logic, number theory and the real number system, algebraic models, and consumer math. Computer technology will be used throughout the course to explore these concepts. Prerequisite: The student must pass the math placement exam with at least 80% accuracy or successfully complete the course, Foundations in Mathematics. +MATH 1021 Mathematics for Elementary Education M, L, 3 credit hours This course is designed for the prospective N-6 teacher. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the mathematical curriculum recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards. Topics include the base-ten system, problem solving, operations and algorithms, fractions, decimals, integers, ratio and proportion, percent, and number theory. Computer technology will be used throughout the course to explore these concepts. Prerequisite: The student must pass the math placement exam with at least 80% accuracy or successfully complete the course, Foundations in Mathematics.

MISS 2022 Spiritual Formation PRTH 2022 Spiritual Formation Ct, 3 credit hours

This course provides an introductory study of the nature of spiritual theology and formation, which attempts to understand the nature of new life in Christ, the process of formation in the Spirit, and the directives for cooperating with His work. The course examines a theological and experiential exploration of the believer’s vocation as it relates to the general call of loving God and neighbor, a training in righteousness and conformity to Christ’s image. The course explores the panoply of spiritual disciplines sanctioned by the Bible and developed throughout church history in order to enter deeply into one’s calling. Attention is given to developmental spirituality – how the Spirit transforms the heart over time and how this affects ministries of teaching, preaching, and discipleship in the church.

MISS 2121 Global Engagement B, Ct, 3 credits

This course is designed to acquaint and engage the student with the world as it is. The course provides an overview of world demographics, religions, cultures, Christianity, and the unevangelized masses. It also trains students to develop and maintain an awareness of current events and their influence on the effectiveness and progress of the gospel throughout the world as well as their individual lives and ministries. In light of the diversity of contexts, students will study biblical strategies and methods in presenting the gospel.

+MATH 1022 Mathematics II M, L, 3 credit hours

This course is designed to allow each student to be confident and competent in the knowledge of using mathematics skills in life and ministry. Prescribed topics include graph theory (networks), geometry, counting principles, probability, and descriptive statistics. Computer technology will be used throughout the course to explore these concepts. Prerequisite: The student must pass the math placement exam with at least 80% accuracy (or successfully complete the course, Foundations in Mathematics); and successfully complete Mathematics I.

MISS 2131 Perspectives B, Ct, 3 credit hours

A biblical, historical, and cultural analysis of the impact of the world Christian movement, with specific attention given to strategy and the imperative of bringing the gospel to groups that have yet to initially receive it. MISS 2211 World Religions RELG 2211 World Religions L, Ct, 3 credit hours The course is a comparative study of the major non- Christian religious systems of the world, which may include Hinduism, Animism, Judaism, and Islam. Special attention is given to the basic philosophies of these religions and

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