Teaching the Bible - Spring 2020 Term 203

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Teaching the Bible course examines the nature of teaching through a Biblical model of instruction, emphasizing expositional processes and how curriculum design and learner impact shape effective teaching. The syllabus aligns learning with core competencies including biblical exposition, disciple making, interpersonal skills, spiritual and character formation, servant leadership, and worship leadership. Students complete group discussions, reading/research, media presentations, teaching plans using a template, curriculum evaluation, and preparation for weekly units guided by a schedule and Blackboard resources.

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CEEF6310-65, 37, 30 Teaching the Bible New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Division of Discipleship and Ministry Leadership Spring 2020, Term 203 Monday 8x Hybrid, 5:00 – 6:50 pm CIV from Orlando to Tallahassee & Miami Class Dates: 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/9, 3/23, 4/6, 4/20, 5/4 Stephanie Cline, Th.M. Adjunct Professor Email: [stephanie.l.cline62312@gmail.com](stephanie.l.cline62312@gmail.com) [Cell: 832-330-2745](Cell: 832-330-2745) Mission Statement New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Leavell College prepare servants to walk with Christ, proclaim His truth, and fulfill His mission. Core Value Focus Each academic year, a core value is emphasized. This academic year, the core value is Spiritual Vitality: We are a worshiping community emphasizing both personal spirituality and gathering together as a Seminary family for the praise and adoration of God and instruction in His Word. Spiritual Vitality is addressed by reminding students that a dynamic relationship with God is vital for effective ministry. Curriculum Competencies Addressed New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary curriculum is guided by seven basic competencies: biblical exposition, Christian theological heritage, disciple making, interpersonal skills, servant leadership, spiritual and character formation, and worship leadership. This course will emphasize the following curriculum competencies: 1. Biblical Exposition: To interpret and communicate the Bible accurately. 2. Disciple Making: To stimulate church health through mobilizing the church for missions, evangelism, discipleship, and church growth. 3. Interpersonal Skills: To perform pastoral care effectively, with skills in communication and conflict management. 4. Spiritual and Character Formation: To provide moral leadership by modeling and mentoring Christian character and devotion. As a ministry leader, intentionally engage in the process of growing in relationship with God and becoming conformed to Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Course Description The course explores the nature of teaching, the Biblical model of instruction, curricular design, the learner's impact upon instruction, theories of practice, and methods of instruction. The expositional process will receive special attention given that it undergirds the teaching process. Student Learning Outcomes By the end of the course be able to demonstrate: 1. an understanding of the Biblical model of instruction as exemplified by Jesus. 2. an understanding of theories regarding the ways people develop and learn. 3. an understanding of the component parts of the teaching plan template. 4. skill in preparing Bible study teaching plans for a selected age-group that reflect best practice and adhere to the teaching plan template 5. skill in evaluating published curriculum. Required Readings The following texts and resources are required reading for class discussions and are to be read in their entirety unless otherwise specified. Required Texts Ford, LeRoy, Design for Teaching and Training: A Self-Study Guide to Lesson Planning. Eugene OR: Wipf and Stock Publishers 2000. Yount, William. The Discipler’s Handbook. Revised 2014. Pdf posted on Blackboard. Yount, William. Created to Learn: A Christian Teacher’s Introduction to Educational Psychology, 2d ed. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman, 2010. (ISBN: 978-0805447279) . Kindle Edition available. Optional (Recommended) Texts Duvall, J. Scott and J. Daniel Hays. Grasping God’s Word: A Hands-on Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible, 3rd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2005. (ISBN: 978-0310492573) Fee, Gordon D. and Douglas K. Stuart. How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth. 4th ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2014. (ISBN: 978-0310517825) . Kindle Edition available. Hendricks, Howard. Teaching to Change Lives: Seven Proven Ways to Make Your Teaching Come Alive. Sisters, OR: Multnomah Books, 2003. (ISBN:

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What course topics are covered under the teaching units?

The course covers the nature of teaching, discipleship and Biblical models of instruction, educational psychology and learning, instructional taxonomies, writing instructional objectives, and evaluating learning, lesson plans, and curriculum.

What learning outcomes must students demonstrate by the end of the course?

Students demonstrate understanding of Jesus as an example of the Biblical model of instruction, theories of how people develop and learn, the component parts of a teaching plan template, skills preparing age-group Bible teaching plans using that template, and skills evaluating published curriculum.

What teaching and learning methods are used in the course?

Students participate in group discussions, individual learning assignments, reading/research, and media presentations to engage the learning process.

Sep 22, 2026

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