I find this an appropriate style for an introductory and foundational course where my goal is that you will learn as much basic information as possible about the New Testament and its scholarly investigation. The tests reflect this goal. If you like less lecture, more discussion, and more student participation, I invite you to take one of my more advanced 300 level courses where I will probably spend half or less of each class meeting lecturing. One special feature of the course will be the regular use of brief video clips to reinforce lecture points and stimulate critical thinking. My office is PACB 259.
Appointments are also possible.
I encourage you to email me with questions, comments, etc., if you cannot come by during office hours. In my course, cheating on any assignment besides the final exam will result in an F for that assignment and usually cannot be made up. Inform me during the first week of class if you have a documented learning disability. Some minor aspects of this syllabus are subject to change with notice.