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12 students permit such a dialogical format, an important element for promoting critical and integrative thinking. The mission of the doctoral programs in educational studies (Ph.D. and Ed.D.) of Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, is to mentor men and women with evident gifts of leadership and teaching in mind and character, within a Christian community of scholars and practitioners, to make contributions, from a distinctly Christian perspective, in scholarship for and in the practice of Christian educational studies and ministry within God's Kingdom—as faculty and administrators in educational institutions, as leaders in ministry organizations, and as pastoral staff in local churches, throughout the world—in order to nurture the faith and maturity of children, youth and adults. Distinctives An important component of the Talbot doctoral program is the integrative synthesis of social science data within a Christian worldview perspective. Since both education and theology address the human condition, the doctoral faculty believe there is a great deal to be gained by an interdisciplinary study of biblical and theological knowledge, philosophical issues, human development, the teaching-learning process, and issues of leadership. Consequently, students are expected to come to the program with a sufficient background of theological training. (A minimum of 18 graduate credits of Bible and theology is required. For those lacking these prerequisites, distance learning courses are available from Talbot School of Theology. Contact the Graduate Admissions office for further information.) In addition, elective courses in theology may be included in one's program to study further the relationship of educational and theological conceptions. As members of a Christian university community, program faculty believe that relating one's faith to an academic discipline goes beyond the theoretical and cognitive. Opportunities for fellowship, dialogue and worship are seen as vital parts of the total educational process. Talbot School of Theology sponsors a weekly chapel service. Various discussion times over meals, retreats, symposiums, and other social activities provide an opportunity for informal, out-of-class interaction with faculty and students. Students are also encouraged to become involved in one of the many local churches in the Southern California area. Degrees Offered Doctor of Education and Doctor of Philosophy The Ed.D. and the Ph.D. programs generally share a common foundation of required core courses. Students selecting Talbot's Ed.D. in Educational Studies are generally focused on improving their educational leadership and teaching in their practice of ministry leadership, while also developing knowledge and skills of research. Those choosing Talbot's Ph.D. in Educational Studies degree are interested in combining educational ministry leadership and teaching with a strong emphasis in developing a competency in research and the contribution of theory to the practice of educational ministry. Research training in the Ph.D. program is primarily empirical with some opportunity for conceptual research as well. Both degree programs are offered in the normal residential format, or with a limited residential hybrid format, utilizing pre-class preparation and class sessions in early November and June. Limited Residential Hybrid Format Option For those who cannot locally access a doctoral program in education with Christian perspectives, we offer both of our doctoral degree
Elective Requirements Select 2 credits of electives
2
Total Credits
33
Sports Ministry The Sports Ministry concentration is designed to equip students at a biblical, theological and practical level for ministries of evangelism and discipleship through sports. Along with strengths in preaching, counseling, and pastoral leadership, students will be prepared to develop and lead effective outreach and equipping ministries within local churches and parachurch organizations, both nationally and internationally.
Concentration-Specific Requirements TTPT 609 Expository Preaching
3 3
TTPT 642
Administration and Organization of Sports Ministry
TTPT 643 TTPT 644
Cross-Cultural Sports Ministry
3 3
Twenty-First Century Models for Sports Ministry Church and Sports Outreach Ministry Through History Theology of Competition and Sport Evangelism and Discipleship in Sports Ministry
TTPT 645
3
TTPT 646 TTPT 647
3 3
Sports Ministry Internship 1
TTPT 700
3
Elective Requirements Select 9 credits of electives
9
Total Credits
33
1 Must be taken for a total of 3 credits, must be taken 1 credit at a time. Educational Studies Mission Talbot School of Theology of Biola University offers graduate work leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degrees in Educational Studies. Talbot's doctoral programs are accredited by the Association of Theological Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The doctoral degree, established in 1984, is offered within the Department of Christian Education at Talbot School of Theology. The doctoral course of study is designed for men and women to enhance their leadership roles in a variety of educational ministries within God's Kingdom—the local church, educational institutions, parachurch, and ministry organizations throughout the world. Students come to the programs already having completed a graduate degree and significant ministry experience in the field of educational ministry. In general, doctoral students are established within a particular ministry or educational organization and return following completion of the program. A few students are in transition in their career path. The curriculum particularly encourages critical thinking, integrative synthesis of Scripture and social science data, and original research. Courses typically follow a graduate seminar format requiring student initiative for significant participation in class discussion. Small class sizes of 5–
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