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Course Name |
World
Religions |
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Course Code |
ECCINT 103 |
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Type of
Course |
Elective |
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Level of
Course |
Certificate
in Theology |
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Credits |
3 |
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Theoretical
(hour/week) |
3 |
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Credit Hours |
3 |
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Semester
when the course unit is delivered |
Spring 2024 |
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Name of
Lecturer (s) |
Apostle
Samson Fadiya |
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Name of
Assistant (s) |
- |
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Weekly Time
Schedule |
Saturday
12:00–15:00 |
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Language of
Instruction |
English |
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Prerequisites
and co-requisites |
- |
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Objectives of the Course: The World Religions
course provides a comprehensive overview of the major religious traditions
around the globe, offering insights into their beliefs, practices, histories,
and cultural impacts. Students will gain an understanding of how these
religions shape worldviews, influence cultures, and interact with one another
in a pluralistic society. Emphasis will be placed on comparing these faiths
with Christianity to foster meaningful interfaith dialogue and understanding. This course
is ideal for individuals who wish to broaden their understanding of world
religions, deepen their faith, and develop the skills necessary for
respectful interfaith dialogue. It is particularly suited for pastors,
missionaries, educators, and anyone working in multicultural or religiously
diverse contexts. |
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Learning Outcomes: The students who have succeeded in this course should be able to |
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Course Contents and Weekly
Schedule |
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Week |
Topics |
Exams |
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1 |
The Nature
and Function of Religion |
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2 |
Key
Components of Religious Life |
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3 |
Approaches
to Studying Religion |
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4 |
Issues in
Comparative Religion |
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5 |
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Assessment I |
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6 |
Final
Examination |
Final Exam |
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Recommended Sources |
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Material (s): Bible |
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Course Assessment |
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Requirements |
Percentage |
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Attendance |
20 |
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Participation |
10 |
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Assignments |
10 |
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Final Examination |
60 |
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Total |
100 |
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According to
rules and regulations; - Students must attend a minimum of 80% attendance. |
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Allocated Based on the Student Workload |
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Activities |
Number |
Duration (hour) |
Total Workload(hour) |
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Course duration in class (including the Exam week) |
6 |
3 |
18 |
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Workshop and Tutorials |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Assignments |
2 |
3 |
5 |
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Final Examination |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Self Study |
4 |
6 |
24 |
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Total Workload |
51 |
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Total Workload/30 (days) |
1.7 |
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Credit of the Course |
3 |
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What will i learn?
- Student will have and overview of various approaches in the academic study of religion, including phenomenology, sociology, anthropology, and psychology of religion.
- Student will know the challenges and controversies in comparing religions, including issues of bias, syncretism, and the insider/outsider dilemma.
- Student will learn the major Eastern religious traditions, their doctrines, rituals, and spiritual practices.
- Students taking this course will have an understanding of spiritual traditions from around the world and the development of new religious movements in the modern era.
- A love for God and His Word is what is needed for this course.
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Introduction to the Study of World Religions
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Module 2: Eastern Religions
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Abrahamic Religions
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Module 4: Indigenous and Modern Religions
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Final Quiz
0:40:00
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