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2011-2012 Online Classes

University of Dubuque Theological Seminary

We recommend the following classes from UDTS:

  • Old Testament
  • New Testament
  • Pastoral Care

Defiance College Online Courses

We recommend the following class from Defiance College

  • Christian Education

Center for Progressive Renewal

  • TBA

Open Yale courses

  • http://oyc.yale.edu/religious-studies
  • TBA

Luther Seminary: Enter the Bible

  • http://www.enterthebible.org/
  • TBA

Eden Theological Seminary

Fall 2011 (September 12 — November 18):

  • How to Think Theologically

The goal of this course is to enable students to interpret their world, lives, ministries, contexts and congregations through a theological lens.

  • Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counseling

The goal of this course is to understand the significance, role and nature of pastoral care giving in a congregational setting.

  • An Introduction to Biblical Interpretation

The goal of this course is to introduce students to the biblical texts, both Old and New Testaments, as well as to the sources for the biblical material and methods for interpreting the Bible.

Spring 2012 (January 16 — March 23):

  • Theological Questions in Historical Perspective

The goal of this course is to give students an historical understanding of the development of Christian thought.

  • An Introduction to World Religions in America

The goal of this course is to develop and understanding of and appreciation for world religious traditions present in the United States.

  • Introduction to Christian Worship

The goal of this course is to understand the practice of worship as set within the context of a local congregation’s traditions and culture, as well as within the larger tradition of Christian worship.