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RELIGIOUS STUDIES PROGRAM
PROGRAM OUTCOME OBJECTIVES
- 1. Possess a general knowledge of the various methods--theological,
philosophical, historical, sociological, psychological, and literary
used for contemporary academic study of religion (RST 130, 435, 496);
- Possess knowledge of the Jewish and Christian Scriptures and the
various methods used to study their original meaning and their current
significance (RST 130, 310, 320, 350);
- Possess a good knowledge of the history of the Christian church, including
the development of Christia n doctrine and theology, the divisions and
controversies within Christianity and the ongoing relationship between
Christianity and its surrounding culture and society (RST 330, 331);
- Possess knowledge of the history, current state, and practical applications
of Christian reflection on human action, with a particular emphasis
on social justice and the preferential option for the poor (RST 110,
210,380, 430);
- Possess knowledge of the Catholic tradition, including historical
development, liturgical traditions, theological schools, social and
ethical teachings and current disputed questions (RST 340, 345, 370,400);
- Possess a general knowledge of the world religions and the theological
discussions about their inter-relationships (RST 130, 450);
- Have the capability to engage in a critical and constructive dialogue
with the tradition of theological and religious scholarship, to analyze
and evaluate others' contributions to that tradition and to begin to
create their original contributions (RST 496, 497, 499).
The above mentioned course offerings develop the desired outcomes of
these objectives, with stronger emphasis in the courses indicated. This
ongoing assessment is provided in each individual course and each particular
class contact, mainly through discussion and the writing of reflective
essay papers. A questionnaire is being developed to be administered at
the beginning, middle and end of the program. Finally, the RST 499 Senior
Seminar is used to assess the
student's ability to integrate and demonstrate his or her knowledge.
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