Prospectus Bachelor of Theology Christian Leaders for Africa

On completion of this course you should be able to:
• demonstrate familiarity with and sound judgement on the principal critical and contextual issues affecting the
interpretation of the book(s).
• demonstrate detailed familiarity with the structure and content of the book(s), and a competent understanding of the
principal themes of the book(s).
• provide considered opinion on the meaning and theological significance of core texts.
• interact meaningfully on the implications of the book(s) for Christian life and ministry today.
3.2 Non-Theological Electives
3.2.1 Teaching Method I
Credits: 4
Description:
This module helps you gain insight into how the brain works and how children learn and to apply this in practical strategies to
optimize learning.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this module you should be able to:
• explain how the function of the brain impacts on learning
• apply the principles of brain-based teaching in lesson design and presentation
• use cooperative learning as an effective teaching and learning method.
• create a responsive learning environment
• use empowering language and behaviour while developing relationships.
• provide opportunities for imagery, fantasy, visualisation and creativity.
• include complex and challenging learning activities and movement in lesson design
3.2.2 Teaching Method II
Credits: 4
Description:
Building on Teaching Method 1, this module continues to develop your understanding and skill in facilitating children’s learning.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this module you should be able to:
• describe methods of building confidence in children.
• recognize children’s special strengths and weaknesses.
• employ strategies for cooperative learning.
• describe ways you would manage conflict in a classroom.
• prepare a lesson.
3.2.3 Child Psychology
Credits: 16
Description:
In this course you will look at what is known about the psychology of children and have an introduction to the counselling of
children.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course you should be able to:
• understand the development of the child regarding their physical, cognitive, emotional, social and moral
development in order to communicate with the child most effectively and draw out his potential most effectively.
• understand the milieu of the child as well as the systems with which the child interacts.
• understand the skills required to equip the child to interact optimally in his environment.
• counsel children appropriately at a basic level.
• acquire skills that result in personal growth in order to be more effective in Children’s ministry.
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