Course Learning Resources:
Course assignments can be completed using Web-based resources linked from the
Resources page.Course Description
This course presents the biblical Old Testament as a
sequence of events, concepts, and theological
principles. It traces the creation of the world, the
history of the Hebrew nation, and the poetry and
prophecies of the Old Testament. Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will:
1. Have read and discussed the creation and early
history of the world from a Biblical world view;
2. Have read and discussed the origin of the Hebrew
nation and its early history;
3. Be exposed to the Mosaic Law and its major tenets;
4. Understand the purpose and themes of the poetic books
of the Old Testament;
5. Have read and discussed the prophetic books of the
Old Testament;
6. Be exposed to the role of the Old Testament in the
arrival and life of Jesus Christ;
7. Be exposed to the major controversies and issues
surrounding Old Testament teaching and interpretation.
Course Policies
This is a 90 day independent study course, and is designed to be primarily self-paced. Its requirements include assignments and tests that you will complete and submit via the
Internet. Email and Internet contact are available to answer questions, engage in discussion and provide assistance as needed. Your assignments should be submitted as file attachments in either Microsoft Word or
HTML format. Each assignment will be evaluated, graded, and returned with feedback. Values for each assignment and test are provided in a table below. Timing
Please be sure to time your assignments so
that you have adequate time to complete the work in 90 days. Course tests are sent to you after you complete specific assignments (please see Test page), so be sure to give yourself enough space to pace the work
comfortably. Communication
As an independent study course, this is a more self-paced exercise than a scheduled class might be. However, discussion is still important. Please feel free to use the email
address provided for questions, comments, and concerns about the course. Your email will be forwarded to and answered by a member of Ames Christian University's faculty.
Evaluation Material Assignments and Tests
There are 7 total assignments, including a final paper.
There are three total tests, including a final exam. The tests are sent to you after you have submitted sequential assignments, as outlined on the Test page. Grade Components
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