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History of Christianity II

CHHI-525

CG Section 8WK 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 Modified 12/12/2022  Course Description

A study of historical Christianity from the Sixteenth Century to the present. Includes the major personalities, events, and results of the Protestant Reformation, the rise of modern denominationalism, modern Roman Catholicism, the ecumenical movement and current developments. Special attention is given to the development of American Christianity.

Requisites

For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog (https://catalog.liberty.edu/).

 Rationale

A study of the development of the Christian Church from the 16th century to the present is essential for those who will minister within that institution. This course is designed to give students an awareness of the unique aspects of the life of the Christian Church in that period so that they will understand their heritage and build upon it.

 Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

A. Discuss the social, historical, and political contexts in which the Church grew and expanded from the 16th century to the present.

B. Summarize the key theological developments (both orthodox and heretical) and movements within the Church from the 16th

century to the present.

C. Identify the key personalities who led the Church and contributed to its theological development from the 16th century to the

present.

D. Integrate the key elements of Christian orthodoxy and practice developed in history into contemporary challenges within the

Church.

E. Analyze doctrinal and denominational developments in light of socio-political factors.

 Course Resources

Click on the following link to view the required resource(s) for the term in which you are registered: Liberty University Online Bookstore (https://bncvirtual.com/liberty).

Additional Materials for Learning

A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment

B. Internet access (broadband recommended)

C. Canvas recommended browsers (https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-

computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66)

D. Microsoft Word

E. School of Divinity Writing Guide: https://www.liberty.edu/divinity/writing-guide/ (https://www.liberty.edu/divinity/writing-

   guide/)

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 Course Assignments

Textbook readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (3)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to submit a thread in response to the provided topic for each discussion. Each thread must be at least 500 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 2 classmates’ threads. Each reply must be at least 200 words. There are no citations required for this assignment. (CLOs: A, B, C, D, E)

Book Analysis Assignments (2)

The student will complete 2 Book Analysis Assignments. The first will cover Katharina and Martin Luther, and the second will cover The American Evangelical Story. Each Book Analysis must be 750–800 words and conform to current Turabian format. (CLOs: C, D, E)

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

The student will write a 600–750-word proposal for his/her Research Paper. The proposal must include a brief explanation of why the research is important, a working thesis statement, and a working bibliographical paragraph. The proposal must conform to current Turabian format. (CLOs: B, C, D, E)

Research Paper: Final Assignment

The student will write a 10–12-page research-based paper in current Turabian format that focuses on his/her chosen topic in the field of church history. The paper must include at least 10 sources in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLOs: A, C, D, E)

Quizzes (4)

Each quiz will cover the Learn material for the assigned modules: weeks. Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes and contain 25 multiple-choice and true/false questions and 2 essay questions. The time limit for each quiz is 1 hour and 15 minutes. (CLO: C)

 Course Grading

Course Requirements Checklist 10

 Discussions

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

Quizzes

(3 at 50 pts ea) 150

50

(4 at 100 pts ea) 400

   Book Analysis Assignments (2 at 100 pts ea) 200

  Research Paper: Final Assignment 200

     Total 1010

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 Policies

Late Assignment Policy

Course Assignments, including discussions, exams, and other graded assignments, should be submitted on time.

If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must contact the instructor immediately by email. Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the instructor will receive the following deductions:

1. Late assignments submitted within one week after the due date will receive up to a 10% deduction.

2. Assignments submitted more than one week and less than 2 weeks late will receive up to a 20% deduction.

3. Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the course will not be accepted outside of special

circumstances (e.g. death in the family, significant personal health issues), which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by

the instructor.

4. Group projects, including group discussion threads and/or replies, and assignments will not be accepted after the due date

outside of special circumstances (e.g. death in the family, significant personal health issues), which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the instructor.

Disability Assistance

Students with a disability and those with medical conditions associated with pregnancy may contact Liberty University’s Online Office of Disability Accommodation Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu for accommodations. Such accommodations require appropriate documentation of your condition. For more information about ODAS and the accommodations process, including how to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-accommodation- support/ (https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-accommodation-support/). Requests for accommodations not related to disabilities or pregnancy must be directed to the Registrar’s Office, which generally handles medical needs support.

If you have a complaint related to disability discrimination or an accommodation that was not provided, you may contact ODAS or the Office of Equity and Compliance by phone at (434) 592-4999 or by email at equityandcompliance@liberty.edu. Click to see a full copy of Liberty’s Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct Policy (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Liberty+University+Discrimination,+Harassment,+and+Sexual+Misconduct+Policy) or

the Student Disability Grievance Policy and Procedures (https://www.liberty.edu/disability-support/wp- content/uploads/sites/106/2022/01/Disability-Grievance-Procedures.pdf).

Course Attendance

In an effort to comply with U.S. Department of Education policies, attendance is measured by physical class attendance or any submission of a required assignment within the enrollment dates of the course (such as examinations, written papers or projects, any discussion posts, etc.) or initiating any communication with one’s professor regarding an academic subject. More information regarding the attendance policy (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Online+Attendance+and+Non-Attendance) can be found in the Academic Course Catalogs (https://www.liberty.edu/academics/course-catalogs/). Regular attendance in online courses is expected throughout the length of the term. Students who do not attend within the first week of a sub-term by submitting a required academic assignment (such as the Course Requirements Checklist, an examination, written paper or project, discussion post, or other academic activity) will be dropped from the course. Students who wish to re-engage in the course are encouraged to contact Academic Advising to discuss their enrollment options. Students who begin an online course, but at some point in the semester cease attending, and do not provide official notification to withdraw, will be assigned a grade of “FN” (Failure for Non- Attendance (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Unofficial+Withdrawals)). Students wishing to withdraw from courses after the official start date should familiarize themselves with the withdrawal policy.

              Grading Scale

        A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D-

940- 1010

920- 939

900- 919

860- 899

840- 859

820- 839

780- 819

760- 779

740- 759

700- 739

680- 699

F

679 and below

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For courses with a Pass/NP final grade, please refer to the Course Grading section of this syllabus for the assignment requirements and/or point value required to earn a Passing final grade.

Add/Drop Policy

The full policy statement and procedures are published in the Policy Directory

(https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Dropping+and+Adding+Online+Classes). Honor Code

Liberty University comprises a network of students, Alumni, faculty, staff and supporters that together form a Christian community based upon the truth of the Bible. This truth defines our foundational principles, from our Doctrinal Statement to the Code of Honor. These principles irrevocably align Liberty University’s operational procedures with the long tradition of university culture, which remains distinctively Christian, designed to preserve and advance truth. Our desire is to create a safe, comfortable environment within our community of learning, and we extend our academic and spiritual resources to all of our students with the goal of fostering academic maturity, spiritual growth and character development.

Communities are predicated on shared values and goals. The Code of Honor, an expression of the values from which our Doctrinal Statement was born, defines the fundamental principles by which our community exists. At the core of this code lie two essential concepts: a belief in the significance of all individuals, and a reliance on the existence of objective truth.

While we acknowledge that some may disagree with various elements of the Code of Honor, we maintain the expectation that our students will commit to respect and uphold the Code while enrolled at Liberty University.

Adherence to the principles and concepts established within facilitates the success of our students and strengthens the Liberty community.

The Code of Honor can be viewed in its entirety at https://www.liberty.edu/students/honor-code/ (https://www.liberty.edu/students/honor-code/).

 Additional Items

 Program Learning Outcomes for CHHI 525

CHHI 525 supports the following academic programs in the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity: Master of Arts in Religion

The program learning outcomes for these programs are listed with the program in the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Graduate Catalog. This course is related to at least one of the program learning outcomes listed for each of these programs and contributes to your success in acquiring the knowledge and skills that are described. Here is the link to the catalog page where this information can be found:

John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Graduate Catalog ( https://catalog.liberty.edu/graduate/colleges-schools/rawlings-divinity/ (https://catalog.liberty.edu/graduate/colleges-schools/rawlings-divinity/))

 Schedule

  When Topic Notes

   Course Overview Student Acknowledgements Course Requirements Checklist

 Module 1: Week 1

Learn

Read: 2 items Watch: 2 items

  Apply Discussion: Course Intro/Study of Church History

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    When Topic Notes

   Module 2: Week 2

Learn

Read: 2 items Watch: 4 items

    Apply

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

Quiz: The Reformation and Counter-Reformation

   Module 3: Week 3

Learn

Read: 1 item Watch: 2 items

        Module 4: Week 4

Apply

Learn

Book Analysis: DeRusha Assignment Discussion: The Reformation

Read: 2 items Watch: 2 items

  Apply Quiz: The Fruits of Reformation

   Module 5: Week 5

Learn

Read: 2 items Watch: 1 item

    Apply

Book Analysis: Sweeney Assignment Discussion: Evangelicalism

 Module 6: Week 6

Learn

Read: 1 item Watch: 1 item

      Module 7: Week 7

Apply Quiz: Liberalism and the Evangelical Expansion

Learn

Read: 1 item Watch: 5 items

  Apply Research Paper: Final Assignment

 Module 8: Week 8

Learn

Apply Quiz: The Church in the Modern World

Read: 1 item Watch: 2 items

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