An overview of philosophical, developmental and practical issues relevant to the religious education of children. Required field experience . A study of the basic principles of effective youth ministry. The class focuses on formulating theological, theoretical, and practical models for doing youth ministry, whether in local church or para-church youth organizations. An overview of various teaching theories and strategies designed to assist in the communication of God's truth.
Attention is give to biblical guidelines and examples of effective education.
Applications to specific teaching opportunities are encouraged . A study of theoretical models of spiritual development from and evangelical perspective which gives due consideration to the biblical-theological data. Students study various age groupings for analysis in spiritual development concerns. Implication for Christian Education strategies are discussed. Topics are chosen from some areas of Christian Education.