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Survey of the History of Christianity

CHHI-510

Summer D 2021 Section D03 06/28/2021 to 08/20/2021 Modified 06/18/2021  Contact Information

See detailed faculty information in Canvas.  Course Description

Presents a “big picture” perspective on the history of Christianity. The focus is upon the major developments in Christian history from the earliest believers to the present. Includes an emphasis on the rich diversity of global Christianity. Attention will be paid to the major issues, persons, and developments that have shaped Christianity.

Requisites Prerequisites

None

 Rationale

The purpose of the course is to examine the broad contours of the global development of the Christian movement. This course will aid students in their understanding of other courses in the curriculum that involve the study of Scripture, theology, and the practice of ministry by giving them an historical perspective on current beliefs and practices within the larger Christian family, including the successes and failures of Christians in the history of the Church.

 Course Learning Outcomes

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

A. Summarize the key theological developments (both orthodox and heretical) and movements from the time of the Apostolic Church to the present day.

B. Identify the key personalities who led the church and contributed to its theological development from its founding to the present day.

C. Analyze the social, historical, and political contexts in which the church grew and expanded from its founding to the present day.

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

church.

 Course Resources

Required Resources

The resources below are provided in the course at no cost to the student.

Noll, Mark A. Turning Points: Decisive Moments in the History of Christianity. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2012. ISBN: 9780801039966.

Smith, A. J. The Making of the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message. Eugene: Wipf and Stock, 2008. ISBN: 9781556354267.

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Walton, Robert C. Chronological and Background Charts of Church History. Rev. ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2005. ISBN: 9780310258131.

Weaver, Douglas C., and Rady Roldán-Figueroa. Exploring Christian Heritage. 2nd ed. Waco: Baylor Univ. Press, 2017. ISBN: 9781481306980.

Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.

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. Turabian, Kate L. A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations. Current ed. Chicago: The University of

Chicago Press. ISBN: 9780226816388.

F. Interactive Turabian-Based Writing Guide (https://rise.articulate.com/share/er1g36fWyDNZkE3q1GA6CLbk3rQSmUiQ#/)

 Course Assignments

  Textbook readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

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

Discussions (4)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to the provided prompt. Each thread must be at least 400 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. (CLOs: A, B, C)

Research Paper: Topic Selection Assignment

Students will select a topic that they will use to complete the Research Paper: Final Submission Assignment. The topic will be selected by reviewing the approved topic list found in the Research Paper: Topic Selection Assignment Instructions, selecting a topic, and submitting the topic to the instructor as a file upload. (CLO: D)

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

The student will write 1-2 page proposal that includes a thesis statement, outline, preliminary conclusion, and bibliography that includes 2 primary and 4 secondary sources, in Turabian style. (CLO: D)

Research Paper: Final Submission Assignment

The student will write a 7–10-page original research-based paper in current Turabian format and style that focuses on the historical development of a critical issue in either theology or apologetics that has spanned the centuries. The paper must include at least 3 primary sources and 6 secondary sources and the Bible. Class textbooks and recommended reading books may not be used for this assignment. Secondary sources must include up-to-date scholarly journal articles and scholarly books. (CLO: D)

Book Critique Assignment

The student will write a review of The Making of the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message. The review will be 700-1000 words and will conform to current Turabian style and the example from the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society (JETS) for book reviews. All citations must be in-text parenthetical citations giving only the page number or locator information. (CLOs: A, C)

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Quizzes (3)

There will be 3 quizzes in the course. The quizzes will be based on reading material throughout the course. Please review the course schedule below for a schedule of the readings in the class. (CLO: B)

 Course Grading

10

Discussions (4 at 50 pts ea) 200

10

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment 40

200 300

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 Policies

Course Requirements Checklist

Research Paper: Topic Selection Assignment

Book Critique Assignment

Research Paper: Final Submission Assignment

Quizzes (1 at 50 pts, 2 at 100 pts ea)

Late Assignment Policy

Course Assignments, including discussion boards, 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 board 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

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If you have a complaint related to disability discrimination or an accommodation that was not provided, you may contact ODAS or

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Course Attendance

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                   Grading Scale

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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

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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.

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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/community-life/graduate-and-online- students/ (https://www.liberty.edu/students/community-life/graduate-and-online-students/).

 Additional Items

Program Learning Outcomes for CHHI 510

CHHI 510 supports the following academic programs in the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity: Master of Arts (Theological Studies)

Master of Divinity

Master of Divinity in Professional Chaplaincy

The program learning outcomes for these programs are listed with the program in the 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: 4 items Watch: 1 item

    Apply

Research Paper: Topic Selection Assignment Quiz: The Persecuted Church

 Module 2: Week 2

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

 Apply Discussion: The Church of the Great Councils

   Module 3: Week 3

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

    Apply

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment Discussion: The Church in the Middle Ages

 Module 4: Week 4

Learn

Read: 4 items Watch: 1 item

  Apply Quiz: The Persecuted Church to the Reformation and Counter-Reformation

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    When Topic Notes

   Module 5: Week 5

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

    Apply

Book Critique Assignment

Discussion: Protestantism from 1600-1900

 Module 6: Week 6

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

 Apply Discussion: The Church and Missionary Expansion 1600--Present

 Module 7: Week 7

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

 Apply Research Paper: Final Submission Assignment

 Module 8: Week 8

Learn

Read: 4 items Watch: 1 item

  Apply Quiz: First Century to the Present

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