Talbot Faculty and Courses by Discipline
goal is to develop a practical and eclectic model that is biblically grounded. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTPT 750 - Directed Study Reading and research in selected areas of study. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–4. TTPT 760 - Seminar Selected topics in the field of ministry. May be repeated with different content. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. TTPT 774 - The Family of the Christian Leader A consideration of the special and unique challenges faced by vocational Christian workers and their families. Includes all phases of occupational Christian ministry. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 775 - Parent Education in Ministry Review of the history of parenting, biblical injunctions and models of parenting, and current research on parenting. Then the development of parent education modules for conferences, seminars, workshops, learning groups or preaching series. Note(s): Elective. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 791 - Field Internship Integration of all the disciplines of ministry and seminary education. It provides supervised experience in various phases of Christian ministry. One hundred hours of field experience each semester are evaluated in classroom interaction. When Offered: Fall. Prerequisite(s): M.Div.: TTPT 591, 592, 691, 692 and completion of 48 hours of the M.Div. program. M.A.C.M.L. (Preaching and Pastoral Ministry): TTPT 591, 691. Restriction(s): Must be an M.Div. (Pastoral and General Ministries, Evangelism and Discipleship) or M.A.C.M.L. (Preaching and Pastoral Ministry) student. Note(s): Christian Education students see TTCE 791–792; Missions and Intercultural Studies students see ISCL 791–792; Pastoral Care and Counseling see TTPT 693, 694, and 695. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 0–2. TTPT 792 - Field Internship Integration of all the disciplines of ministry and seminary education. It provides supervised experience in various phases of Christian ministry. One hundred hours of field experience each semester are evaluated in classroom interaction. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): TTPT 591, 592, 691, 692; completion of 48 hours of the M.Div. program. Restriction(s): M.Div. (Pastoral and General Ministries, Evangelism and Discipleship) students only. Note(s): Christian Education students see TTCE 791–792; Missions and Intercultural Studies students see ISCL 791–792; Pastoral Care and Counseling see TTPT 693, 694, and 695. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 0–2. TTPT 802 - Spiritual Conflicts and Counseling A study of the conflict between the kingdom of darkness and the kingdom of light with an emphasis on the authority, power, protection as well as the vulnerability of the believer. The techniques of counseling the spiritually afflicted are also considered. Note(s): Elective for Th.M. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 2. TTPT 880 - Directed Research In-depth investigation of a topic under the guidance of the Christian Ministry and Leadership department using standard research procedures. Topic selection is by department approval. Note(s): Elective for Th.M. students. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. Educational Studies, Ed.D. and Ph.D. (TTDE) Faculty Director: Kevin Lawson, Ed.D. Professor(s): Carr, Eguizabal, Esqueda, Issler, Lawson Associate Professor(s): Cardoza, Cunningham, Kim Courses TTDE 801 - Philosophical Issues in Educational Studies An advanced course in which students examine philosophical issues relevant to educational studies from a Christian worldview perspective. Emphasis is placed on enhancing critical thinking about educational issues
primarily through the preparation of several critical book reviews suitable for publication. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 803 - Theories of Teaching and Learning This course provides an advanced study of the processes of Christian formation, learning, and teaching. Course explores the interrelationship of knowledge, faith, intellect, personality, morality, and culture as it relates to the process of Christian sanctification. Provides theological and theoretical knowledge about human nature and learning and implications for teaching efforts to promote Christian formation. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 804 - Theories of Leadership and Administration in Christian Higher Education This course provides an orientation to key issues and theories of leadership and administration as they relate to higher education settings, and explores issues related to the person of the leader in Christian higher education. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 805 - Transformative Teaching Examination of teaching processes as they relate to particular types of learning, growth, and change. Topics may include teaching for critical thinking, creative thinking, transformative learning, affective change, and sustained habits that flow from genuine change/growth of the person. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 806 - Theological Research and Integration for Educational Studies An introduction to research method and relevant resources in biblical and theological studies to inform scholarly research of educational studies and ministry practice. Students pursue integrative work relevant to their research interests to prepare for dissertation studies. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 807 - Educational Research I: Descriptive Research and Statistics Introductory study of educational research methods, research design and evaluation, and quantitative descriptive research and statistical analysis. Students learn skills for developing a literature review as part of a research proposal and gain an introduction to SPSS for statistical data analysis. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 811 - Introduction to Christian Spirituality This course explores the means to developing a deep relationship with God. Based on scriptural teaching about knowing God, it is geared particularly for those preparing for or engaged in Christian ministry. Topics include barriers that hinder us and what spiritual disciplines and practices may be used to nurture a deeper friendship with God. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 812 - Character Formation and Personal Renewal An exploration of the formation of Christian character with implications for the practice of teaching and learning in local church, parachurch and higher education settings. Related topics include relevant aspects of sanctification, the indwelling Holy Spirit, traditional spiritual disciplines, ethical theories (especially virtues ethics), and personal habit formation. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 813 - Community and Friendship: Contexts for Growth An inquiry regarding Christian community and mature relationships from theological and social science perspectives. Concepts to be studied include the Trinity, Jesus and community, friendship and intimacy, interpersonal relationships, accountability, conflict, forgiveness, forbearance, and peace- making. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 818 - Contemporary Leadership Issues A critical examination of contemporary leadership issues, principles, and practices with particular emphasis upon their application in ministry and Christian higher education contexts. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 819 - 20th Century Christian Education Thought Examines the educational philosophies and theological perspectives of a variety of key Christian education leaders in the 20th century, the educational ministry approaches and practices they promoted, and their impact on the Church. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. TTDE 820 - Selected Topics in Educational Foundations Exploration of selected issues led by resident faculty or visiting professors. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. TTDE 822 - Jesus, the Master Teacher Detailed analysis of what Jesus taught and how he taught based on an exegetical study of various teaching episodes in the gospels (competence in exegetical skills and knowledge of TTNT Greek is helpful). Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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