2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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History Courses that qualify as upper-level western history courses are designated with (w) and upper-level non-western courses with (nw). |
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HIST 335 - Religion in America (w) (3)
This course examines the emergence and development of diverse religious traditions in American history, including Puritans, Quakers, evangelicals, African American Christians, Catholics, Jews, Pentecostals, mainline Protestants and others. By studying the beliefs, spirituality, and practices of ordinary people, it examines how religion has embedded itself in popular American culture. Particular attention will be given to the role of civil religion in the United States, the historical shift from Protestant domination to a more secular culture, the stance taken by religious groups toward diversity in American society, and the relationship between “outsider” religious groups and the American institutional establishment.
Offered each Spring.
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HIST 341 - African History (nw) (3)
This course surveys the history of sub-Saharan Africa from the ancient kingdoms to the present day. This course includes the development of African kingdoms, traditional African institutions, the Atlantic slave trade, colonialism, missionaries and African Christians, nationalism, apartheid in South Africa, and recent African states.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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HIST 356 - History and Politics of the Modern Middle East (nw) (3)
An overview of the modern Middle East, focusing on the historical roots of conflict, the formation of modern states, the Arab-Israeli conflict, economic development issues, political Islam, and the role of women.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112 or permission of the instructor.
Cross-listed with POL 356.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 358 - History and Politics of East Asia: China and Japan (nw) (3)
In the last quarter of the 20th Century, the nations of East Asia - China, Japan, North and South Korea, and Taiwan - emerged as major political and economic players on the global stage. The course surveys the history and cultural traditions of East Asia, with particular emphasis on China and Japan. It will focus on imperial China and the shogunates of Japan, the rise of nationalism in post- Qing China and post- Tokugawa Japan, revolution and modernization, recurring tensions between China and its East Asian neighbors, the rise of “tiger economies,” and an introduction to East Asian culture from feng shui to manga.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Cross-listed with POL 358.
Offered Spring 2021 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 360 - Classical Greece and Rome (w) (3)
A study of Greece and Rome from the Bronze Age through the Fall of the Roman Empire in the West. Political, intellectual, and cultural developments will be studied. Emphasis is placed on the emergence of the Greek city-state; the cultural and political achievements of Classical Greece and Rome; Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic world; and the rise and decline of Roman powers.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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HIST 362 - Ohio History and Government (w) (3)
The study of Ohio’s history and government will provide the students with an up-close look at the society with which they live and work. There will be an examination of all levels of government from the state down to the local unit.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Spring 2019 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 366 - History of Christian Missions and World Christianity (w or nw) (3)
This course surveys the history of the Christian missionary movement and the emergence of new movements of world Christianity from the time of the early church to the present. Special attention will be given to issues of culture, authority and indigenous Christian movements that have emerged in the transmission of faith. It will also highlight the implications of the recent shift of the center of Christianity from the northern to the southern half of the globe.
Cross-listed with THEO 366.
Offered Spring 2021 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 373 - Urban and Local Studies (3)
This course examines the interdisciplinary field of urban studies, analyzes the growth and changing landscapes of American cities and urban spaces, and focuses in particular on political and social issues, with historical themes. The course explores the local urban experience in Canton, and Stark County, Ohio, and considers the interrelationship between the university and the city that serves as its home.
Cross-listed with SOC 373.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 381 - History of Latin America (nw) (3)
A survey of the cultural, political, economic, social, and religious forces that have shaped Latin America from its pre-Columbian era to the present. Special attention is given to pre-Columbian cultures, cross-cultural encounters, the relationship between religion and society, inequities of wealth, U.S./Latin American relations, and Hispanic immigration to the U.S.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 436 - Early Modern and Modern Europe (w) (3)
A survey of the history of Europe from the Renaissance to the present. Political, social, and intellectual developments are examined. Particular attention is paid to the Renaissance, Reformation, and Enlightenment; the French Revolution and Napoleonic Age; the rise of industrialization and nationalism; and the major events of the twentieth century, including the two world wars, the Holocaust, the Cold War, and the fall of communism in Europe.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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HIST 442 - History Senior Seminar (3)
A study of the nature and development of history as a discipline, of various philosophies of history, and of historiographical principles and methods. Includes a research component in which students are required to collect, analyze, and interpret historical data. Required of all history majors and minors, and integrated social studies majors.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112, and 211 or 212, and junior or senior standing.
Offered each Fall.
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HIST 445 - Women in American History (w) (3)
This course studies the significance of women in diverse areas of American society, from the colonial era to the present. While some attention will be given to notable individuals, emphasis will be placed on the role that women have played in all aspects of American life, including social structures, religion, politics, the economy, and cultural developments.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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HIST 450 - Advanced Topics (1-3)
An opportunity for the superior student to pursue, under supervision, an area of special interest either on his/her own initiative or in a seminar group. Open to juniors or seniors who are majors in this area and who have completed or are taking regularly scheduled courses.
Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.
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HIST 455 - U.S. Since 1945 (w) (3)
This study examines the political, economic, and cultural developments of the United States since World War II. Topics include the development of the Cold War, American culture in the 1950s, the Civil Rights movement, the Korean and Vietnam wars, cultural changes of the 1960s, Watergate, and the Reagan era.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 111 or 112.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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HIST 461 - History of World Religions (nw) (3)
A study of the history of the main religions of the world, with particular emphasis on Indigenous Religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Shinto, Judaism, Islam, and Ba’hai. This course will focus on the most important beliefs and practices of each religious tradition. Students will learn about the founders and key individuals as well as examine portions of the sacred text(s) of several major religious traditions. Experiencing sacred music and places of worship of the world’s major religions will enable the development of a deepened understanding of other religions. Also emphasized will be cross-cultural engagement and a Christian response to interaction with adherents of other religions.
Cross-listed with THEO 461.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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HIST 480 - Internship (1-3)
The application of academic skills in an off-campus setting. Arrangements must be made with the course instructor.
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FS 250 - Field Study (1-3)
Off-campus study (domestic or international) may be provided through workshops, study tours, online cooperative education, etc. Freshmen and sophomores take 250. Juniors and seniors take 350. Repeatable based upon unique content.
Offered each semester.
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FS 250 - Stratford/Shaw Festivals (3)
For a long weekend during the fall semester, students can join a tour to the Stratford and Shaw Festivals in Ontario, Canada. Six to seven plays from a variety of genres (e.g., tragedies, comedies, musicals, mysteries) and by a variety of playwrights are seen. Most of the class takes place during the trip with some assignments to be done before and after. Students learn how a written text (the play) is transformed and interpreted on stage and how to understand a live performance and critique its success. For more information, contact either the Office of the Department of Communication, Visual, and Performing Arts or the Office of the Department of English.
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FS 350 - Field Study (1-3)
Off-campus study (domestic or international) may be provided through workshops, study tours, online cooperative education, etc. Freshmen and sophomores take 250. Juniors and seniors take 350. Repeatable based upon unique content.
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FS 350 - Stratford/Shaw Festivals (3)
For a long weekend during the fall semester, students can join a tour to the Stratford and Shaw Festivals in Ontario, Canada. Six to seven plays from a variety of genres (e.g., tragedies, comedies, musicals, mysteries) and by a variety of playwrights are seen. Most of the class takes place during the trip with some assignments to be done before and after. Students learn how a written text (the play) is transformed and interpreted on stage and how to understand a live performance and critique its success. For more information, contact either the Office of the Department of Communication, Visual, and Performing Arts or the Office of the Department of English.
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GEN 100 - The College Experience (1)
Serves as an interactive experience in helping students make the transition to college and to the world of learning in general. There will be a variety of in- and out-of-class activities and plenary sessions which will acquaint students with the various facets of a liberal arts education including extra-curricular life on and off campus.
Offered each Fall.
Required of all traditional Freshmen.
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GEN 105 - Writing Skills (2)
This workshop is designed for those who would like to sharpen their writing skills. The course focuses on academic writing and the objective is to provide students with the necessary writing skills to succeed in the academic environment. The course includes such topics as academic writing styles, research, and critical thinking; writing stages, strategies, and organization; writing and research; grammar and writing mechanics.
Offered each semester.
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GEN 111 - Prior Learning Assessment (3)
The Prior Learning Assessment course instructs students how to petition for college credit for prior college-level learning experience. Malone University recognizes that not all learning takes place in the classroom and awards college credit for learning in two ways: (1) learning through corporate professional and technical training, military and or non-military, and (2) experiential learning through work, home, community, and other environments. This course teaches students to identify learning that can be applied toward college credit and instructs students in the petitioning process. This course is a writing course that teaches students how to write prior learning assessment essays. Students also learn how to document their prior learning, and how to use professional and technical training to apply for college credit.
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GEN 225 - Global Studies: (Topic) (3)
This course applies to study trips sponsored by Malone University. It is fulfilled by successfully completing approved coursework in a cross-cultural setting that has been approved to fulfill the Global Connections component of the general education program. A Global Studies course explores key institutions and social dynamics that link the communities of our world and help shape the lives and cultures of people around the world.
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GEN 240 - Sophomore Portfolio (1)
The Capstone Portfolio course is the culminating course in which students will demonstrate the development of the skills, knowledge, and connections of faith and learning related to a Christian liberal arts education. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in critical and creative thinking, communication skills, and the integration of faith and learning. Assessment will be performed via a written essay and evaluated via a rubric. Essays will provide program and institutional assessment data.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all General Education Studies in the AA program courses and sophomore standing.
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GEN 415 - Gender Studies Independent Project (3)
Independent work on a scholarly or artistic project related to gender studies under the supervision of a faculty member chosen by the student. Project will include a public presentation. A prospectus must be submitted before the beginning of the semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and at least 9 additional credits in the Gender Studies minor.
Offered each semester. Enrollment limited to Gender Studies minor students.
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GEN 460 - Faith in the World Seminar (3)
This seminar explores what it means to think and live faithfully in our world by undertaking an in-depth study of an important issue. Each class will engage with the richness and complexity of its subject by considering diverse viewpoints and multiple academic disciplines and exploring their interconnections. Each class will also be challenged with some of the best Christian thinking about the issue. The class will maintain an atmosphere of open inquiry and discovery, and provide occasion for each student to reflect on God’s call on his/her life.
The General Education (GE) curriculum requires a capstone course (GEN 460) for all students. This course should be taken after all other GE courses are completed. The courses are offered primarily during the fall and spring semesters. All seniors and those juniors who have completed their General Education requirements are eligible to register for a section of GEN 460. If a student does not meet these criteria and has significant extenuating circumstances requiring registration, s/he must contact the Director of General Education to request permission to register for a section of GEN 460. This is accomplished by contacting the Director of GE.
Students are offered a variety of GEN 460 course sections each semester. Sections are taught by seasoned faculty and examine the world through a variety of intellectual lenses. Courses are rigorous, reading plentiful, and papers are required. Students are encouraged to examine a variety of ideas presented within the section from several intellectual traditions and further asked to examine their faith beliefs in light of the section topic.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; or junior standing and completion of all other general education requirements.
Offered each semester.
Examples of GEN 460 topics:
Christianity and Psychology
Democracy and Terrorism
Diversity: About Loving our Differences
God, Globalization, and Christian Worship
History of the American Dream in Film
Immigration
Lessons from the Holocaust
Living Well in a Car Culture
Love, Sex, and Marriage
Our Christmas Holiday: Origins, History, Purpose, and Practice
Science and Religion
The Spirituality and Ethics of Food and Eating
Understanding and Responding to Loss
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GISP 476 - Global Practice (3)
The world is becoming increasingly interconnected, allowing for information, economic, and social issues to spread across borders rapidly. This Capstone Course for the Global and International Studies Program and social work elective will prepare students with a beginning understanding of global issues that impact both local and domestic practice with international populations. From an interdisciplinary practice perspective, students will learn about current international issues and their impact on society. Utilizing an anti-oppressive framework, students will develop ethical skills based on principles of social justice, reconciliation, peace, and truth in preparation for both international and domestic practice in global contexts.
Cross-listed with SWK 476.
Offered each Fall.
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GISP 477 - Global Practice Internship (1)
A 40-hour internship with a global population required for the Global and International Studies major.
Cross-listed with SWK 477.
Offered each semester.
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HON 260 - Sophomore Seminar: The Academy and You (1)
The sophomore seminar will introduce students to the work of Malone faculty who are doing compelling and engaging research or creative expression. Students will also investigate interest areas that might lead to a thesis project in the future. Enrollment limited to Honors Program students.
Offered each Fall.
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HON 370 - Honors Seminar (3)
Intensive, interdisciplinary study of a selected topic not normally included in other courses. Subtitle will indicate course content. Repeatable under different subtitles. Enrollment limited to Honors Program students.
Prerequisite(s): 30 credit hours.
Offered each Spring.
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HON 494 - Honors Thesis I (3)
Independent work on a scholarly or artistic project under the supervision of a faculty member chosen by the student. Project proposal must be approved by faculty member and honors director and on file with Honors Program before completion of this course. Enrollment limited to Honors Program students.
Offered each semester.
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HON 496 - Honors Thesis II (3)
Independent work on a scholarly or artistic project under the supervision of a faculty member chosen by the student. Includes a presentation to faculty and students. Enrollment limited to Honors Program students.
Offered each semester.
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SPED 253 - Nature and Needs of Learners with Mild/Moderate Exceptionalities (3)
An in-depth examination of the etiologies, identification criteria, characteristics, and needs of individuals with mild and moderate educational needs including those with learning disabilities, mild/ moderate mental retardation, emotional and behavioral disorders, and developmental disabilities. Emphasized are ways in which to plan and implement developmentally and individually appropriate curricula and instructional practices based on knowledge of individual children and their educational needs, the family, the community, and curricula goals and content.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 122.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 267 - Content Reading Strategies (3)
This course provides a multidisciplinary support of reading development with an emphasis on content area reading. Attention is given to the differentiation of instruction to develop skills in comprehension, vocabulary, word identification, the reading and writing process, grammar skills, and effective strategies for reading and writing instruction across the content areas. Various speech and language patterns, dialects, and other issues of language diversity are considered. Includes 30 field hours.
Cross-listed with EDUC 267.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 293 - Emergent and Early Reading Instruction (3)
An overview of theories of language acquisition and development of reading. Emphasis is placed upon the development of a balanced literacy program including, but not limited to, teaching strategies for the sequential evolvement of spelling skills, grammar skills (oral and written), handwriting, and the use of various cueing systems to enhance reading comprehension. Attention is given to the reading and writing process and to the model/methods appropriate for reading instruction. Intervention strategies for children with mild/moderate educational needs are introduced. Includes 20 field hours.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 252.
Cross-listed with EDUC 293.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 376 - Intervention Strategies for Learners with Disabilities in Middle and Secondary Schools (3)
Focus is on general and specialized curriculum and methods used for teaching students with mild/moderate educational needs in the middle and secondary school, with adaptations that facilitate inclusion. Curricula and intervention strategies, including the use of technology, for the development of cognitive, academic, social, language, affective, career, and functional life skills necessary for independent, community, and personal living and employment are examined. IEP and lesson plans are developed in transition, academic, adaptive behavior, and vocational areas. Field and clinical experiences allow students to tutor middle or secondary students with mild/ moderate learning and/or behavior problems. Includes 20 field hours.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 253.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 405 - Evaluation Strategies for Learners with Disabilities (3)
An overview and analysis of the various evaluation strategies used to inform placement and intervention decisions for students with mild/moderate educational needs. Participants become familiar with a wide range of individual and group assessment tools including those used to diagnosis learning problems in the areas of math, science, social studies, and language arts. Particular emphasis is placed on the Intervention Based Multi-Factored Evaluation (IBMFE), along with assessment techniques such as life space interviewing. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 253.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 425 - Literacy Assessment and Instruction (3)
An overview of standard and alternative assessments designed for the identification of reading difficulties with attention given to specific intervention strategies, including the use of technology. Candidates learn how to assist and accommodate readers with speech, linguistics, and cultural differences. Case studies, the development of individualized education plans (IEPs), and the 504 plan in reading is a significant focus for 20 field hours.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 293.
Cross-listed with EDUC 425.
Offered each Spring.
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SPED 444 - Primary Methods for Social Studies and Language Arts (3)
This course explores the principles, techniques and resources for teaching language arts in the context of social studies to children in preschool through grade 2, incorporating technology and other non-print media. Course work includes the examination of strategies for selecting, integrating and translating knowledge and methods from history, geography, and social science disciplines appropriate for early childhood. Planning an integrated social studies curriculum and providing intervention for children with various educational needs are emphasized. Includes 30 field hours. This course must be taken concurrently with SPED 446. Attends to Ohio Learning Standards for Social Studies and English/Language Arts for grades P-2.
Cross-listed with EDUC 444.
Offered each Fall.
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SPED 446 - Primary Methods for Math and Science (3)
This course presents the current developments and methods of teaching math and science to children preschool through grade 2, with content and learning activities reflecting national standards and the state curriculum model in math and science. Emphasis is placed on materials, techniques, and research-based practice for effective instruction of content, process, and real-world applications. Inventive strategies for children who are at-risk, gifted, or those with mild/moderate educational needs, including the gifted, are practiced. Planning integrated math and science curricula is emphasized. Includes 30 field hours. This course must be taken concurrently with SPED 444. Attends to Ohio Learning Standards for Math and Science for grades P-2.
Cross-listed with EDUC 446.
Offered each Fall.
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SPED 462 - Language Development and Differences (3)
This course is designed to prepare candidates to identify students with language differences and to effectively design and implement instruction for students with language disorders or differences. Topics include normal acquisition of speech and language from infancy through adolescence, developmental milestones, theories related to language acquisition, socio-cultural influences, differences in typical development, English Language Learners, and strategies and adaptations to facilitate language development and learner success. 20 hours of Reading Endorsement internship with a culturally/linguistically diverse population.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 122; EDUC/SPED 293.
Offered each Fall.
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MGMT 201 - Group and Organizational Behavior (3)
A study of group behavior and how group functioning affects organizational effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on group decision making, conflict resolution, efficient and productive group management, and determining which tasks are best handled by groups or individuals. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 203 - Business Communications (3)
This course will address the basics of business communication including presentation, group, professional, personal and written communication skills. Presentation communication will focus on developing the presentation, organizing ideas, verbal and visual support in presentations, delivering the presentation, and informative and persuasive speaking. Group communication will focus on working in teams and effective meetings. Professional communication will focus on communicating at work and cultural diversity. Personal communication will focus on verbal and nonverbal messages, listening, and interpersonal skills. Written communication will focus on writing effective emails, memos, letters, and reports as well as learning APA (American Psychological Association) format. Opportunities will be given to polish presentation skills. Students will deliver informative and persuasive speeches. Specific attention will be devoted to developing effective visuals aids, such as PowerPoint, and incorporating them into the speeches. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 240 - Statistics for Business (3)
A study of basic statistics concepts including measures of central tendency, variance, testing experimental hypotheses, correlation, and regression analysis. Emphasis is placed on business applications such as market research, quality control, inventory control, estimation of account balances, etc. This course meets the quantitative reasoning requirement of the general education program. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 240.
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MGMT 304 - Principles of Management and Leadership (3)
This course introduces students to the study of managerial and leadership practices. Components of the functional areas of management and development of leadership theories will be analyzed. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 304.
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MGMT 308 - Management Control Systems (3)
A review of the basics of financial accounting, financial statement ratio analysis, budgeting, and computer applications, for use in information analysis and decision making. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 311 - Principles of Marketing (3)
This course is the study of the basic concepts of marketing. It is designed to view marketing from the perspectives of the consumer and the company. Students will explore the concept of the marketing mix (the four Ps: product, price, promotion, and place) through text, lectures, and case studies. Course work will include understanding consumer and business buying behavior, customer-driven marketing strategies, marketing channel design, and management as well as ethical marketing practices. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 311.
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MGMT 327 - Media Marketing (3)
Beginning with an overview of electronic commerce, students will become familiar with the processes of eBusiness. From electronic storefronts to B2B commerce, supply chain and value chains will be explored. Strategies that take an organization from the “mortar to click” operation will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the use of new and emerging media technologies as a strategic component of the marketing mix. Casework and field studies of successful eBusinesses will focus on comparing and contrasting consumer behavior, customer relationships, promoting and selling, eTransactions, and the legal and ethical issues in eBusiness compared to the traditional marketplace. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 327.
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MGMT 329 - Sales and Marketing (3)
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the field of professional selling and its relationship to marketing. This course will develop the fundamental concepts of sales that students heading for a career in marketing must understand. The impact the organization’s sales function has on customer relationships will be addressed. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of ethics and Christian values in the world of professional selling. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 329.
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MGMT 332 - Business Finance (3)
A concise study and evaluation of finance performance, planning, and forecasting. The student will analyze the management of capital structures, cost of capital, and other related concepts. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 332.
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MGMT 341 - Fundamentals of Project Management (3)
This course introduces the project management framework, including the basic project management phases of initiating, planning, executing, and terminating. It defines what a project is and the importance of project management. It covers the history of project management and outlines basic project management terms and concepts. It focuses on the role of project management as a part of the strategic plan of an organization. This course is open to all students. However, for MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
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MGMT 342 - Scope and Time Management (3)
This course focuses on developing the skills needed to by the Project Manager for scope and schedule management. Students will learn about the importance of developing a project program, organizational communication plans, and how project team dynamics are integral to managing project scope development including the human resources components of assembling a project team. Time management skill will include how to determine the critical path for a project, how to use mathematical analysis techniques, such as CPM and PERT, how to develop project schedules, how to incorporate project deliverables into a milestone schedule, how to monitor and manage that schedule and project processes for identifying and recovering from problem situations. This course is open to all students. However, for MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
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MGMT 345 - Cost and Risk Management (3)
The course will focus on developing skills for establishing project cost models, managing costs and monitoring project cost impacts. The course will also include identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk throughout the project life cycle in order to minimize consequences of adverse events and maximize results of positive events. Identification and quantification of risks are critical to being able to develop and implement a risk management plan and include an analysis of the human resources constraints and assets required to execute the project. This course is open to all students. However, for MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
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MGMT 346 - Project Quality Management (3)
The proficient applications of communication skills in an increasingly electronic realm of interaction in projects to achieve, monitor, and maintain quality management of a project is an emphasis of this course. This course will also develop skills in quality management that begin with identifying quality standards and expectations for a project, determining how those standards will be measured, and how the information captured can and should be used to assess performance and form the basis for corrective actions. The human relations component of the communication processes and project team integration for quality management is an integral part of this course. This course is open to all students. However, for MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
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MGMT 371 - Foundational Principles of Environmental Science (3)
This course provides an introduction to the basic scientific principles governing ecosystems as they relate to the environmental consequences of resource development and industrial processes. The course will present an understanding of environmental science through exploration of basic principles in the natural, physical, and social sciences. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere function, and how these spheres interact with human consumption, production, and technological progress. This course will examine several of the natural sciences that influence the management of the earth’s environment. This course is open to all students. However, for MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
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MGMT 372 - Environmental Regulation, Policy, and Law (3)
This course explores the structure, design, and components of various environmental regulations and application of the statutory and regulatory mandates fundamental to environmental management that compel design, planning, and daily operations at federal, non-federal, not-for-profit, and commercial job-sites. The course will focus on acquiring a basic knowledge of federal legislation. The course will include a survey of regulations and emphasize implementation at the practical level. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 372.
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MGMT 374 - Environmental Conservation and Sustainability (3)
This course will introduce students to current and future trends in resource conservation, policy, and sustainability. This course will address environmental economics, environmental innovation diffusion, resource sustainability, and the environmental impact of existing and emerging technologies. Topics will include source reduction, recovery, reuse, recycling, conservation, land use/reuse, material substitution, process modification, and waste minimization, with emphasis on pollution prevention, energy, and environmental sustainability techniques. Emphasis of this course is placed on the range of current and future environmental choices, and the role of energy choices in determining local environmental conditions and the global marketplace. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 374.
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MGMT 383 - Applied Problem Solving (3)
Critical thinking enables us to avoid common obstacles, test our beliefs and assumptions, and correct distortions in our thought process. Through this course, the student will gain confidence in assessing problems accurately, evaluating reliable solutions, and anticipating likely risks to avoid the same problems from recurring. Methodologies of problem solving will be introduced as a foundation to apply and practice concepts and tools to obtain sound problem solutions. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 406 - Human Resource/Personnel Management (3)
An exploration of policies and practices regarding recruitment, selection, training, development, and compensation of employees including EEO and OSHA legislation. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 407 - Faith and Worldviews (3)
An exploration of the major world views and a review of the rich resources of the Bible for creative personal faith and life in the modern world. An opportunity to integrate faith, learning, and living is the goal. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 409 - Personal Values and Business Ethics (3)
This is a course designed to explore the intricacies of business and personal ethics. Ethical theories are applied to contemporary case studies about business and personal ethics problems. Corporate social responsibility is discussed and used to critically evaluate many organizations. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 413 - Capstone in Critical Thinking (3)
Critical thinking is a vital 21st-century skill. Learn the necessary elements, standards, and processes involved in critical thinking in a management context. Practice critical thinking by applying adult learning theory to personal and professional contexts. Evaluate assumptions and biases, identify fallacies, analyze multiple perspectives, and analyze messages and arguments. Apply Christian values through critical thinking about vocation and management principles. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MGMT 417 - Marketing Management (3)
This course is designed to delve into the management decision-making process of marketing. Students will explore targeting and segmenting of markets. Discussions of branding, services, product life cycles, and channel distribution options will be linked to a firm’s competitive strategies. Focus will also include marketing communications, advertising, and customer relationships. Students will learn to identify the criticisms of marketing, the impact of consumerism, and the role of ethics in marketing strategy. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 417.
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MGMT 471 - Environmental Planning, Strategy, and Leadership (3)
This course focuses on applying strategic management tools to incorporate considerations of environmental sustainability, conservation, and pollution control into leadership decision-making operations. Students will understand that some organizations incorporate environmentally sustainable practices because of an ethical conviction to do well for the environment; others are motivated by pressures from stakeholders to exploit environmental knowledge and experience for long-term sustainable advantage. This course will examine how organizations develop and implement environmental management strategies to promote efficient management and resource maximization. Leadership roles and responsibilities of strategic managers are examined and students learn how to apply the tools of strategic business management to the problems of environmental management. For MGMT students, grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
Cross-listed with BUS 471.
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MGMT 483 - Creative Problem Solving (3)
Developing skills for decision making and innovation relies on stimulation and advancing the creative potential of all members of an organization, and is recognized as contributing to performance and results. This course provides an overview of the creative problem solving process and its relevance in a management context. Ideas, skills, models/tools, and techniques are practiced that help students understand how creative and innovative thinking can aid problem solving and effective decision making, which are critical skills in any field. It focuses on divergent thinking and the ability to develop multiple ideas and concepts to solve problems. Through a series of case studies, creativity building exercises, and thought-provoking questions, learners develop both an understanding of creativity and the human variable in problem solving and decision making. Grading is limited to A through C- and No Credit.
This course is open only to students registered in the MGMT program.
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MATH 130 - Intermediate Algebra (3)
Topics in algebra such as quadratic equations, exponents, radicals, polynomial expressions, and rational expressions. Required for students with ACT Math score of 18-19 (SAT-Math 510-530) or upon successful completion of MATH 125.
Offered each semester.
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MATH 140 - Introduction to Statistics (3)
An introduction to statistics with a primary focus on problem solving and statistical literacy. Designed to provide students with the conceptual foundation and quantitative skills needed to analyze and interpret data and to meaningfully interpret statistical results reported in research articles and in popular media. Includes topics such as the quantification of variables, sources of data, sampling procedures, graphical representation of data, measures of central tendency and variability, probability, correlation and regression, confidence intervals, and significance tests.
Cross-listed with PSYC 140.
Offered each semester.
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MATH 150 - Precalculus (4)
A rigorous study of the concepts of algebra and trigonometry as functions. Emphasis is on examining functions symbolically, numerically, graphically, and verbally. The course is designed to prepare students for MATH 203. Graphing calculator required; TI-83(/84) preferred.
Prerequisite(s): ACT math score ≥ 20 (SAT-Math ≥ 540) or a grade of C- or higher in MATH 130.
Offered each semester.
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MATH 203 - Calculus I (4)
A review of analytic geometry, functions, and graphs. Concept and definition of limit, techniques of finding limits, derivatives, differentials, implicit differentiation, Newton’s Method, applications including asymptotes and maxima/minima problems. Antiderivatives, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, definite integrals, indefinite integrals, change of variables and numerical integration. Trigonometric functions are incorporated throughout. Exponential and logarithmic functions are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school college-preparatory mathematics and an ACT math score ≥ 26 (SAT-Math ≥ 640); or a grade of C or higher in MATH 150.
Offered each Fall.
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MATH 204 - Calculus II (4)
Applications of the definite integral, solids of revolution, volumes by slicing, arc length, logarithmic and exponential functions, laws of growth and decay, inverse trigonometric functions, hyperbolic and inverse hyperbolic functions, integration by parts, partial fractions, trigonometric substitutions and other techniques of integration, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, and an introduction to partial derivatives.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or higher in MATH 203 or proficiency.
Offered each Spring.
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MATH 210 - Discrete Mathematics (3)
A survey of discrete mathematical concepts. Topics will include sets, logic, relations, combinatorics, graph theory, trees, mathematical induction and Boolean Algebra. Prerequisite(s): MATH 130 or ACT math score > 26 (SAT-Math > 640).
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MATH 215 - Teaching Arithmetic Concepts in the Early and Middle Grades (3)
This course focusses on the content, teaching and learning strategies and resources for theory-driven mathematics instruction in grades K through 9 based on Ohio and NCTM standards. Emphasis is placed upon a problem-solving approach which requires students to be active participants in the examination of numerical concepts typically covered in the K-9 curriculum. Strategies for effective intervention will also be introduced. (Required for Early Childhood Education, Intervention Specialist, and Middle Childhood Math Concentration majors.) This course does not count toward the hours required for a major or minor in mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): Math proficiency (ACT Math score of 20 or successful completion of MATH 130).
Offered each Fall.
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MATH 241 - Teaching Geometry, Measurement, and Statistical Concepts in the Middle Grades (3)
This course focuses on extending the content, teaching and learning strategies and resources for theory-driven mathematics instruction in grades 4 through 9 based on Ohio and NCTM standards to the areas of Geometry, Measurement, Statistics, and Probability. Topics will include an understanding of the attributes of length, capacity, weight and mass, area, volume, time, temperature, and angles and the constructing of formulas and procedures for determining these measures. Students will also explore transformation of geometric figures, elementary statistics, and probability. (Required for Middle Childhood Math Concentration.) This course does not count toward the hours required for a major or minor in mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 215 or permission of the instructor and the Department Chair.
Offered Spring 2019 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MATH 303 - Probability and Statistics I (3)
Probability, use of tables and graphs, frequency distribution, correlation and related topics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 203 or permission of the instructor.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MATH 304 - Probability and Statistics II (3)
A continuation of MATH 303 with an emphasis in application of sound statistical techniques for estimation, test of hypothesis, various linear and nonlinear regression models. The role of data analysis, probability, and decision making will be examined from a systems view.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 303.
Offered Spring 2021 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MATH 311 - Linear Algebra (3)
An introductory course in the algebra and geometry of vectors, matrices, and linear transformations. Finite-dimensional vector spaces are presented with applications and examples of all topics covered.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 204 or permission of the instructor.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MATH 313 - Differential Equations (3)
Differential equations of the first and second orders with their solutions and applications. Includes the use of the Laplace transforms, series solutions, and an introduction to partial differential equations.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 204 or permission of the instructor.
Offered Spring 2021 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MATH 333 - Multivariable Calculus (4)
Concepts of modern real analysis, further application of partial differentiation and multiple integration, parametric equations, vector functions and fields, line and surface integrals, Green’s Theorem and Stokes’ Theorem.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 204.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MATH 341 - Modern Geometry (3)
Advanced topics of Euclidean geometry, including properties of axiomatic systems and introduction to non-Euclidean geometries.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 or permission of the instructor.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MATH 420 - Research (1-3)
An investigation of a topic of the student’s choice in consultation with a faculty member.
Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.
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MATH 422 - Mathematical Modeling (3)
This course emphasizes the scientific approach in decision making. A systems approach will be taken in the structuring of various mathematical models. Subjects to be covered include linear programming, network analysis, dynamic programming and other operations research-oriented techniques.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 303, 311.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MATH 432 - Algebraic Structures (3)
A study of the basic algebraic properties of groups, rings and fields and their extensions by the axiomatic approach.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 311.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MATH 435 - Real Analysis (3)
A study of real analysis topics including the topology of the real line and Rn, sequences and series, functions, continuity, uniform continuity, differentiation and theory of integration.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 333.
Offered on demand.
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MATH 450 - Advanced Topics (1-3)
Selected topics from any of the areas offered in mathematics. Open to students with advanced standing in mathematics.
Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.
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MATH 460 - Mathematics Seminar (1)
A series of colloquia featuring mathematics faculty, mathematics students and guests as speakers. Students are expected to attend and participate in discussions and to prepare and present a seminar talk.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance as a mathematics major and Senior standing or permission of the instructor.
Offered each Fall.
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MIN 101 - Calling & Service: Introduction to Christian Ministry (1)
Spiritual and professional foundations for ministry within church and para-church organizations are studied. Students examine options related to ministry and begin to develop a personal theology related to their own spiritual development and ministry.
Offered each semester.
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MIN 205 - Ministry with Adults and Families (2)
A study of the characteristics of adults with a focus on encouraging spiritual maturity and Christian service. Non-traditional and traditional families will be studied with strategies developed to minister to adults in various life stages.
Offered Spring 2021 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MIN 206 - Ministry with Children (3)
An examination of the social, emotional, cognitive, moral, and spiritual development of children with an emphasis on church ministry to children in the context of their relationships to the family. Resources available to children’s ministry will be evaluated with an emphasis on creative methods and ministries designed to meet the needs of children. A required practical field experience is a component of this course.
Offered Spring 2022 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MIN 234 - Evangelism and Discipleship of Youth (3)
A study of how to appraise the youth culture and establish contact with youth with the goal of evangelization, mentoring, and small group discipleship. An emphasis will be placed upon understanding various youth cultures found in urban, suburban, and rural settings. Students will be required to participate in a practicum.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 323 - Evangelism and Discipleship in the New Testament (3)
This course examines how the early church analyzed and adapted the gospel message to the Greco-Roman world and its many subcultures, and how it nurtured its young converts to a mature faith. Examples include Jesus’ use of agrarian imagery, Paul’s adaptation of the gospel for urban settings, and Matthew’s reworking of Mark to create a discipleship manual. With these creative and effective models, the course will identify and evaluate current models of evangelism and discipleship, as well as analyze current American culture(s) to identify ways to be more effective in reclaiming the world for the Kingdom.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 331 - Models of Youth Ministry (3)
A study of various models used in youth ministry by church and para-church organizations. Students will develop a conceptual framework for youth ministry including purpose, strategies, methods, and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 234, 235.
Offered Spring 2020 and alternate Spring semesters.
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MIN 340 - Pastoral Care (3)
This course is designed to prepare students for ministry in a variety of possible pastoral settings. Students will learn what it means to be caregivers who develop skill in listening, supporting, encouraging, and befriending. Sensitivity and wisdom will be gained toward issues people experience such as life-changing events; marriage, family, and relational problems; and coping with illness, loss, and grief. Students will learn to promote wholeness, wellness, and balance in the people they serve. Also, practical pastoral duties such as preaching, teaching, counseling, and visitation; the conducting of weddings, funerals, and special religious holy day activities; and the administration of sacraments will be explored.
Offered each Spring.
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MIN 372 - Recruiting, Engaging, and Leading Volunteers (3)
Volunteers are crucial to the effective functioning of nonprofit ministries. This course focuses on proven principles and practices in volunteer resource management. Recruiting, engaging, and retaining volunteers of varying abilities and personalities is addressed under the rubric of task force leadership. An emphasis is placed on healthy team building, whether in settings of music rehearsals or community service.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 412 - Cross-Cultural Ministries in the 21st Century (3)
A study of principles, goals, strategies, and finances related to current practice in cross-cultural ministries. The course will introduce students to the complex issues related to the interdisciplinary process of entering a culture other than their own with the purpose of initiating an effective ministry. Students will study transcultural issues and examine their own commitment and preparation to make contextual adjustment required to accurately and effectively communicate biblical truth in culturally sensitive ways.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 421 - Communicating the Christian Faith (3)
This is a workshop on communicating the gospel message. The history, structure, forms, and techniques of communicating through public prayer, liturgy, a variety of worship settings, and the sermon are studied and practiced. This course cannot be taken on a tutorial basis.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
Offered each Fall.
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MIN 424 - Servant Leadership (3)
A comprehensive examination of leadership principles and the dynamics, responsibilities, and relationships within the staff of a Christian ministry. Attention will be given to planning, organizing, budgeting, ethics, decision making, recruiting volunteers, conflict resolution, and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
Offered Fall 2021 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 430 - Christian Ministries Internship (1-4)
This is a carefully supervised application of the content of the curriculum in the ministry of a church or para-church organization. Internship may begin at the sophomore level and with approval at the freshman level. Guidelines and procedures will be provided at the time that the internship is undertaken.
Offered each semester.
This graded internship is repeatable to 7 hours.
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MIN 441 - Curriculum and Instruction (2)
A study of curriculum theory, development, and evaluation as related to Christian education. Attention is given to instructional design based upon principles of human development and learning. Resources and teaching methods will be developed for the various ages within the Church. A required practical field experience is a component of this course.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.
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MIN 450 - Advanced Topics (1-3)
An opportunity for superior students to pursue a subject of special interest on their own initiative or in a seminar group. Open only to juniors or seniors who are majors in this area and who have completed or are taking regularly scheduled courses.
Enrollment by permission of the Department Chair.
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