Students will develop study and research skills to assist them in interpreting the prophetic literature. Students will balance good exegesis, that is, the discovery of the meaning of the text, with discussion of the significance of the text, that is, the application of the message to his or her own life. Students will become more sensitive and perceptive readers of scripture. A is reserved for work that is original, insightful and indicates a mastery of the material.
C signifies satisfactory work that is either wanting in presentation, understanding or accuracy.