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Spring Courses 2024
ASL8001 American Sign Language and Introduction to Deaf Culture 3 credits
The basic foundation of American Sign Language through an overview of deaf culture and an introduction to the signing of finger spelling, numbers, colors, vocabulary words, and beginning-level conversations.
M Buchholz
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Participants in the spring online course ASL8001 American Sign Language and Introduction to Deaf Cultures can qualify for a $495 tuition grant. The grant is provided by the WELS Commission on Special Ministries.
CLICK HERE for More Information.
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
CHAPLAIN CERTIFICATE
THE9521 A Scriptural Approach to Addiction Counseling 3 credits
An examination of addictions from a scriptural perspective, concentrating on the prevention and treatment of addictions. All common addictions will be studied, with emphasis given to alcohol, drug, and internet addictions.
A Siggelkow
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE9522 Chaplaincy Issues and Fieldwork 3 credits
An overview of chaplaincy, related issues, and fieldwork experience in a specific area of chaplain ministry.
D Krause
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE9534 Grounded in Scripture 3 credits
An introduction to theology that focuses on scriptural teachings that are of special importance to Christian early childhood teachers and lay chaplains.
P Ziemer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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EVANGELISM CERTIFICATE
THE9102 Practical Evangelism for Congregations 1 credit
Overview of key components that make up a congregational evangelism program and guidance for putting them into practice.
M Otterstatter
Apr 1 – May 10
Online
Register by March 11 to ensure that the course will be held.
Early Childhood Directors
3-Credit Courses for Directors
EDU5308 Leading the School Community 3 credits
Understanding the school’s role in assisting parents and the school leader’s role in building collaborative partnerships with families around a shared vision of student learning, school climate, and school culture. Fosters communication skills necessary to represent the school among families, the congregation, and the community.
T Russ
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5324 Legal and Ethical Issues in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
Describes the legal and ethical issues surrounding early childhood education in general, and Lutheran early childhood ministries in particular. Focuses on both responding to and influencing the political arena for the benefit of children and their families.
R Burgess, R Klindworth
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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CDA PREP SERIES
NEW! EDU9105 Early Childhood Basics I 1 credit
Meets requirements for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and meets Competency Standards I and VI. Provides orientation to CDA requirements and addresses functional areas related to safety, health, the learning environment, and a commitment to professionalism.
M Witt
Jan 22 – Feb 23
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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NEW! EDU9106 Early Childhood Basics II 1 credit
Enables participants to advance their students’ physical and intellectual competence. Meets CDA Competency Standards II and V, which include physical and cognitive development, communication, creativity, and observation and assessment.
M Witt
Feb 26 – Mar 29
Online
Register by February 5 to ensure that the course will be held.
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NEW! EDU9107 Early Childhood Basics III 1 credit
Enables participants to support their students’ social and emotional development and to provide positive guidance, to establish positive and productive relationships with families, and to ensure a well-run, purposeful program that is responsive to student needs. Meets CDA Competency Standards III, IV, and V.
M Witt
Apr 1 – May 3
Online
Register by March 11 to ensure that the course will be held.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR SERIES/
MINISTRY CERTIFICATION FOR EC TEACHERS
EDU8106 Play and Learning Experiences 1 credit
A study of young children’s learning through play, with a focus on ages 3-5. Includes identifying active learning experiences, establishing and maintaining an environment for play, and identifying teacher roles in play-based learning.
M Witt
Jan 22 – Feb 16
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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EDU8112 Health and Safety in Early Childhood Centers 1 credit
Planning for safety, first aid, health, and nutrition in the early childhood learning environment.
M Witt
Feb 19 – Mar 15
Online
Register by January 29 to ensure that the course will be held.
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EDU8113 Assessment of Young Children 2 credits
The knowledge and skills necessary to establish a practical approach for the observation and development assessment of young children and communication of progress to parents.
R Burgess
Jan 22 – Mar 15
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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EDU8114 Roles and Responsibilities of the Lutheran Early Childhood Educator 1 credit
An examination of the role of the early childhood educator in a Lutheran early childhood ministry setting.
C Holman
Apr 15 – May 10
Online
Register by March 25 to ensure that the course will be held.
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MUS8101 Music and Worship in ECE 1 credit
Spiritual, musical, psychosocial, and cognitive aspects of music learning in early childhood. Participants will survey early childhood music learning theories and music teaching methods. The course will include the use of the WELS music curriculum, Sing and Make Music.
Required live session Thursdays 7:30 – 8:30 pm
R Burgess
Jan 22 – Feb 16
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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THE8112 The Role of ECE in Mission Outreach 1 credit
Strategies to increase gospel outreach through early childhood education.
M Otterstatter
Jan 22 – Mar 1
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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NEW! THE9106 New Testament Bible Lessons 2 credits
An in-depth study of the New Testament Bible lessons commonly taught in Lutheran early childhood centers with a focus on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus; the spreading of the Christian Church; faith and eternal life; and the office of the public ministry.
K Meyer
Jan 22 – Mar 29
Online
NEW! THE9534 Grounded in Scripture 3 credits
An introduction to theology that focuses on scriptural teachings that are of special importance to Christian early childhood teachers and lay chaplains.
P Ziemer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE
TEACHING ONLINE CERTIFICATE
EDT5001 Enhancing the Curriculum with Technology 3 credits
Does your classroom computer sit idle? Does your computer lab time seem wasted? Develop classroom practices that seamlessly merge technology and curriculum to enhance student learning.
R Feld, J Grunwald
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDT5005 (GRAD)/9501 Teaching Online 3 credits
Issues related to online learning, resources, ethics, copyright issues, learning styles, management of online courses, role of the online student and instructor, online communication, learner assessment, and course evaluation.
M LaGrow
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
MASTER OF ARTS COURSES
NEW! THE5303 Lutheranism in America 3 credits
A study of Lutheranism in United States history from the colonial era to the present, with special attention given to the history of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
T Grundmeier
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE5403 Maximum Impact with Short-Term Mission Trips 3 credits
A study of the rationale for and characteristics of a short-term mission that applies Confessional Lutheran theology and best-practice methodologies.
J Boeder
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE6999 Continued Graduate Study 0 credits
Maintains active status for students not enrolled in coursework.
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE COURSES
EDT5001 Enhancing the Curriculum with Technology 3 credits
Does your classroom computer sit idle? Does your computer lab time seem wasted? Develop classroom practices that seamlessly merge technology and curriculum to enhance student learning.
R Feld, J Grunwald
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDT5005 Teaching Online 3 credits
Issues related to online learning, resources, ethics, copyright issues, learning styles, management of online courses, role of the online student and instructor, online communication, learner assessment, and course evaluation.
M LaGrow
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5002 The School as a Learning Community 3 credits
How do school leaders impact student learning through the school climate and personal relationships? Participants connect a school’s philosophy to its practice and explore how that philosophy affects curriculum and instruction. See how staff development, strategic planning, internal and external relationships, group dynamics, team building, and managing change relate to curriculum, instruction, and leadership style in the school.
J Kolander
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5106 Assessment of Learning and Instruction 3 credits
Create meaningful assessments that promote learning for all students and connect to intended student outcomes and established standards.
C Whaley
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5308 Leading the School Community 3 credits
Understanding the school’s role in assisting parents and the school leader’s role in building collaborative partnerships with families around a shared vision of student learning, school climate, and school culture. Fosters communication skills necessary to represent the school among families, the congregation, and the community.
T Russ
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5324 Legal and Ethical Issues in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
Describes the legal and ethical issues surrounding early childhood education in general, and Lutheran early childhood ministries in particular. Focuses on both responding to and influencing the political arena for the benefit of children and their families.
R Burgess, R Klindworth
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
SPE5203 Transition Planning and Collaboration in Special Education 3 credits
Facilitating effective planning for transitions (preschool, elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary/adult) and collaboration with parents and professionals.
K Green
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
SPE5209 Learning Disabilities and Emotional/Behavioral Disorders 3 credits
Identification and instructional supports for students with specific learning disabilities (SLD) and emotional or behavioral disorders (EBD).
R Youngblom
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
NEW! THE5303 Lutheranism in America 3 credits
A study of Lutheranism in United States history from the colonial era to the present, with special attention given to the history of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
T Grundmeier
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE5403 Maximum Impact with Short-Term Mission Trips 3 credits
A study of the rationale for and characteristics of a short-term mission that applies Confessional Lutheran theology and best-practice methodologies.
J Boeder
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE6999 Continued Graduate Study 0 credits
Maintains active status for students not enrolled in coursework.
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION
EDU6999 Continued Graduate Study
Maintains active status for students not enrolled in coursework.
Required for All Emphases
EDU5106 Assessment of Learning and Instruction 3 credits
Create meaningful assessments that promote learning for all students and connect to intended student outcomes and established standards.
C Whaley
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Educational Technology Emphasis
EDT5001 Enhancing the Curriculum with Technology 3 credits
Does your classroom computer sit idle? Does your computer lab time seem wasted? Develop classroom practices that seamlessly merge technology and curriculum to enhance student learning.
R Feld, J Grunwald
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDT5005 Teaching Online 3 credits
Issues related to online learning, resources, ethics, copyright issues, learning styles, management of online courses, role of the online student and instructor, online communication, learner assessment, and course evaluation.
M LaGrow
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Instruction Emphasis
EDT5001 Enhancing the Curriculum with Technology 3 credits
Does your classroom computer sit idle? Does your computer lab time seem wasted? Develop classroom practices that seamlessly merge technology and curriculum to enhance student learning.
R Feld, J Grunwald
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Leadership Emphasis
EDU5002 The School as a Learning Community 3 credits
How do school leaders impact student learning through the school climate and personal relationships? Participants connect a school’s philosophy to its practice and explore how that philosophy affects curriculum and instruction. See how staff development, strategic planning, internal and external relationships, group dynamics, team building, and managing change relate to curriculum, instruction, and leadership style in the school.
J Kolander
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5308 Leading the School Community 3 credits
Understanding the school’s role in assisting parents and the school leader’s role in building collaborative partnerships with families around a shared vision of student learning, school climate, and school culture. Fosters communication skills necessary to represent the school among families, the congregation, and the community.
T Russ
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Special Education Emphasis
SPE5204 Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties 3 credits
Explores causes, diagnosis and assessment, prevention and correction of reading difficulties, as well as intervention practices useful to the classroom teacher and reading specialist.
C Pfeifer
Aug 21 – Dec 8
Online
SPE5211 Foundations of Special Education 3 credits
An introduction to a variety of disabling conditions in children as described in IDEIA Special Education guides.
R Youngblom
Aug 21 – Dec 8
Online
MS IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION
EDU6999 Continued Graduate Study
Maintains active status for students not enrolled in coursework.
Early Childhood Director Emphasis
EDU5308 Leading the School Community 3 credits
Understanding the school’s role in assisting parents and the school leader’s role in building collaborative partnerships with families around a shared vision of student learning, school climate, and school culture. Fosters communication skills necessary to represent the school among families, the congregation, and the community.
T Russ
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5324 Legal and Ethical Issues in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
Describes the legal and ethical issues surrounding early childhood education in general, and Lutheran early childhood ministries in particular. Focuses on both responding to and influencing the political arena for the benefit of children and their families.
R Burgess, R Klindworth
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Principal Emphasis
EDU5308 Leading the School Community 3 credits
Understanding the school’s role in assisting parents and the school leader’s role in building collaborative partnerships with families around a shared vision of student learning, school climate, and school culture. Fosters communication skills necessary to represent the school among families, the congregation, and the community.
T Russ
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Technology Director Emphasis
EDT5001 Enhancing the Curriculum with Technology 3 credits
Does your classroom computer sit idle? Does your computer lab time seem wasted? Develop classroom practices that seamlessly merge technology and curriculum to enhance student learning.
R Feld, J Grunwald
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
EDU5309 Leadership for Change 3 credits
Creating a culture of learning and achievement that reflects Christ’s love for all. Identifies contemporary issues facing schools, including diversity and equity issues. Explores data-driven decision making and professional learning communities. Examines the dynamics of change in organizations and individuals, and how to lovingly implement needed reform.
J Meyer
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
MS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
EDU6999 Continued Graduate Study
Maintains active status for students not enrolled in coursework.
SPE5204 Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties 3 credits
Explores causes, diagnosis and assessment, prevention and correction of reading difficulties, as well as intervention practices useful to the classroom teacher and reading specialist.
C Pfeifer
Aug 21 – Dec 8
Online
SPE5211 Foundations of Special Education 3 credits
An introduction to a variety of disabling conditions in children as described in IDEIA Special Education guides.
R Ehlers
Aug 21 – Dec 8
Online
MENTORING & COACHING CERTIFICATE
EDU5906 Designing Effective Instruction 1 credit or 12.5 clock hours
Prerequisite(s): EDU5901
Develop the ability to provide meaningful feedback to improve beginning teachers’ lesson plans and instruction.
J Schaefer
Feb 19 – Apr 8
Online
Register by January 29 to ensure the course is held.
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EDU5908 Understanding, Supporting, and Facilitating a Professional Development Plan 2 credit or 25 clock hours
Prerequisite(s): EDU5901, EDU5903, EDU5907
Synthesize the research, theory, and writing, as well as teacher and administrator standards, behind a professional development plan, in order to be a resource in your school or district and assist new teachers in writing a professional development plan.
J Schaefer
Jan 29 – Mar 11
Online
Register by January 8 to ensure the course is held.
LEARNING-FOCUSED INSTRUCTION
For Teachers
Earn the following Micro-Credentials and receive . . .
- 5 clock hours for each
- And the badge for each which you can display on all your social media platforms
- And the Learning-Focused Instruction Meta Badge when all seven Micro-Credentials are completed
This is self-paced, independent, competency-based learning.
- REGISTER any time during the semester.
- COLLECT the evidence of your competency.
- SUBMIT your evidence.
- RECEIVE your digital badge and share it on all your media platforms.
BDG0100 Developing Background 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Developing Background Micro-Credential are able to connect students’ prior knowledge with new material to build understanding.
A Uher
BDG0101 Essential Questions 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Essential Questions Micro-Credential create and use overarching unit questions that stimulate student curiosity by connecting the key inquiries of the subject matter to students’ lives.
J Meyer
BDG0102 Learning Target 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Learning Target Micro-Credential can design and share learning targets to support student learning. Evidence of learning is shown through an assessment called a performance of understanding.
C Melendy
BDG0103 Quick Formative Assessments 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Quick Formative Assessment Micro-Credential can quickly check all students for understanding during the lesson and use responses to adjust the lesson and increase student learning.
J Meyer
BDG0104 Full Formative Assessments 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Full Formative Assessment Micro-Credential check all students for a full or complete understanding of the learning target near the end of the lesson and use responses to adjust the lesson and increase student learning.
J Meyer
BDG0105 Active Engagement 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Active Engagement Micro-Credential engage learners in high cognition and high participation activities within a lesson to build student understanding.
A Uher
BDG0106 Summary & Practice 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Summary & Practice Micro-Credential create meaningful lesson closure, which includes skill reinforcement aligned to the lesson’s learning target.
A Uher
LEARNING-FOCUSED SUPERVISION
For EC Directors, Principals, and Instructional Coaches
Earn the following Micro-Credentials and receive . . .
- 5 clock hours for each
- And the badge for each which you can display on all your social media platforms
- And the Observation Meta Badge
- And the Conferencing Meta Badge
- And the Learning-Focused Supervision Uber Badge when all the Micro-Credentials are completed
This is self-paced, independent, competency-based learning.
- REGISTER any time during the semester.
- COLLECT the evidence of your competency.
- SUBMIT your evidence.
- RECEIVE your digital badge and share it on all your media platforms.
OBSERVATION META-BADGE
BDG0113 Look-Fors 5 clock hours
The instructional supervisor who earns the Look-Fors Micro-Credential knows and clearly communicates what to look for when observing a teacher.
A Bitter
BDG0114 Data-Scripting 5 clock hours
Principals, directors, or instructional coaches who earn the Data-Scripting Micro-Credential can collect data on carefully selected classroom interactions using a Formative Scripting Tool and sort the data in ways that lay the foundation for providing effective feedback to teachers.
J Schaefer
BDG0115 Data-Seating Chart 5 clock hours
Principals, directors, or instructional coaches who earn the Data-Seating Chart micro-credential can collect and sort data on carefully selected classroom interactions around students’ understanding and engagement using a formative classroom charting tool.
J Schaefer
BDG0116 Walk-Through 5 clock hours
Principals or instructional supervisors who earn the Walk-Through Micro-Credential can conduct brief classroom visits that efficiently gather and communicate worthwhile and usable information about student learning.
A Bitter
CONFERENCING META-BADGE
BDG0117 Pre-Conference 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Pre-Conferencing Micro-Credential can carry out a pre-visit conference that sets the tone for a growth-oriented visit focusing on student learning.
K Horn
BDG0118 Post-Conference 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Post-Conferencing Micro-Credential are capable of conducting a post-visit conference that provides meaningful feedback to improve instruction and student learning.
K Horn
BDG0119 Coaching Stance 5 clock hours
Principals, directors, or instructional coaches who earn the Coaching Stance Micro-Credential can utilize a combination of three stances appropriately when discussing instructional performance with teachers. Evidence of learning is shown through an assessment called a performance of understanding.
J Schaefer
BDG0121 Evidence-Based Conversation 5 clock hours
Instructional supervisors who earn the Evidence-Based Conversation Micro-Credential provide timely and effective observation feedback based on observable data while avoiding judgments and opinions.
J Meyer
Stand Alone Micro-Credentials that are part of the Learning-Focused Supervision Macro-Credential
BDG0123 Ministry Development Plan 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Ministry Development Plan Micro-Credential can facilitate a goal-setting conversation that allows an educator to develop a goal statement that addresses professional growth and the effect of that growth on student learning.
A Bitter
BDG0124 Evaluation Form 5 clock hours
Teachers who earn the Evaluation Form Micro-Credential can appreciate the importance of summative teacher evaluations. In addition, they can collect evidence needed to properly, fairly, and thoroughly rate a teacher. Finally, they also demonstrate that they can use the new WELS summative teacher evaluation rubric to both collect relevant evidence and conduct an end-of-year summative teacher evaluation conference.
J Wiechman
We’ve added more courses to help you work through your program more quickly!
TEACHERS
EDU9540 Principles of Christian Education 3 credits
An overview of Christian education, especially formal Lutheran early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, with the goal of understanding and appreciating Lutheran schools as one of the means by which the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod carries out the Lord’s command to “tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done” (Psalm 78:4).
R Rathje
Jan 8 – May 10
Online
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STAFF MINISTRY & TEACHING MINISTRY
THE1002 Biblical History and Literature II 3 credits
A survey of God’s grace through the literature of the Old Testament major prophets and the New Testament gospel accounts set in the context of exilic, post-exilic literature and Intertestamental historical record.
J Schone
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE1002 Biblical History and Literature II 3 credits
A survey of God’s grace through the literature of the Old Testament major prophets and the New Testament gospel accounts set in the context of exilic, post-exilic literature and Intertestamental historical record.
T Kock
Jan 22 – May 10
Hybrid
THE2001 Biblical History and Literature III 3 credits
A survey of God’s grace through the literature of selected New Testament epistles set in the context of the book of Acts. This is a writing-intensive course in undergraduate General Education programs.
A Dolan
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE3001 Christian Doctrine I 3 credits
A study of those truths that the Bible, as the divinely inspired source of doctrine, presents concerning the author, the object, and the mediator of salvation.
M Smith
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
THE3002 Christian Doctrine II 3 credits
The scriptural truths concerning the blessing the Holy Spirit showers on believers, individually and collectively, in the presentation and appropriation of the gift of salvation.
D Scharf
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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STAFF MINISTRY
THE2103 Biblical Interpretation 3 credits
An analysis of the major approaches to biblical interpretation, and an examination and application of the correct principles used to understand the Bible.
L Olson
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
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THE9102 Practical Evangelism for Congregations 1 credit
Overview of key components that make up a congregational evangelism program and guidance for putting them into practice.
M Otterstatter
Apr 1 – May 10
Online
Register by March 11 to ensure that the course will be held.
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Early Childhood Teachers
Check the Early Childhood Section for Additional Courses That Apply to Your Program!
SPE5203 Transition Planning and Collaboration in Special Education 3 credits
Facilitating effective planning for transitions (preschool, elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary/adult) and collaboration with parents and professionals.
K Green
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
SPE5209 Learning Disabilities and Emotional/Behavioral Disorders 3 credits
Identification and instructional supports for students with specific learning disabilities (SLD) and emotional or behavioral disorders (EBD).
R Youngblom
Jan 22 – May 10
Online
Register by January 1 to ensure that the course will be held.
EDU9520 Formative Assessment That Works 1 credit
Are all students engaged and understanding your lessons? The formative assessment process has been helping teachers improve student learning for the past 15 years. Learn how the process works and put it into practice in your own classroom.
J Meyer
Feb 5 – Mar 8
Online
Register by January 15 to ensure that the course will be held.
PSY9501 Acting on Hope I: Introduction to Bible-Based Counseling 1 credit
The first in a series of courses to prepare trained counselors for their role as a Christian counselor. Students develop a personalized use of God’s Word within an evidence-based best practice counseling framework in a way that honors God’s Word and meets clients’ counseling needs.
A Siggelkow
Jan 12 – Mar 22
Online
