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Online courses for high school and college credit.

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Business

Accounting for Managers (Organizational Mgmt)

This course provides an overview of accounting from the perspective of a non-accounting manager. It helps to develop the tools to understand the essentials of how finance functions within an organization. This includes internal controls, the function of accounting, historical accounting data and financial planning.

Legal Implications for Business (Organizational Mgmt)

A basic explanation of the law-its sources, development, terminology-and a discussion of specific legal doctrines and principles which affect business, with an introduction to business organizations such as corporations and partnerships, criminal contracts, legal documents and property.

Microeconomics (Organizational Mgmt)

A study of microeconomic theories of supply and demand, price determination, resource allocation, various degrees of competition and international trade and finance, as well as exploration of applications such as income inequality, rural and urban economics, social control of industry, and labor unions.

Communications

Communication Concepts (General Education)

An introduction to the concepts of effective oral and written communication to include functioning in teams and other organizational settings as well as interpersonal exchanges.

Essentials of Speech (General Education)

The principles of speech composition, outlining and delivery are discussed. There is practice in preparing and presenting speeches that can inform, persuade, demonstrate, and actuate. The student will be encouraged to make immediate application of principles within the current work environment.

English

Comp and Reading I (General Education)

This course is an exercise in critical reading and thinking and effective strategies of persuasion. It is also a study of paragraph and composition structure, focusing on expository and persuasive writing as well as the "rhetorical modes" with their use individually and cooperatively.

Comp and Reading II (General Education)

An exercise in the ability to read and think critically and to write persuasively. A study of the collection and synthesis of information from a variety of sources, focusing on the ability to use such information to logically construct an argument.

Language Program and Curriculum Design (General Education)

DESCRIPTION OF COURSE This course teaches the variety of administrative tasks that accompany TESL, needs assessment and setting priorities based on understanding the culture and community in which one teaches. Constructing TESL curricula and syllabi, lesson planning and determining how the day-to-day learning fits into the larger picture constitute the academic components. Other administrative concerns included in this course are time management, technology, strategies and decision-making. Students will analyze the design and use of commercially available texts and materials. Methods of developing one’s own curriculum will be explored and experienced. Students will work on preparation, and evaluation of their own teaching materials, which can be used in future teaching situations.

Linguistics (General Education)

This course is an introduction to linguistics and linguistic theory. It is specifically designed to provide a basic understanding of linguistics and practice with some of its applications to students who are not linguists, but who realize the need for familiarity with the fundamentals of linguistic theory in order to help them practice their profession.

Structure of the English Language (General Education)

This course is a survey of the important structure, grammar and syntax of the English language that is essential for non-native speakers to know. The course will teach idiosyncrasies of each language group and how that affects learning English. A variety of techniques used in teaching language structure will be explored.

Ethics

Christian Ethics (Bible-Related)

A study of theoretical and practical problems of moral conduct and proposed solutions with an emphasis upon the nature of ethics, values, rights, obligations and opportunities.

Ethical Decisions in the Workplace (Organizational Mgmt)

The development, discussion and resolution of ethical issues in organizations and how outcomes are impacted by ethical standards and Christian faith.

General

Christianity in 21st Century (Bible-Related)

A study of major issues facing the church as it enters the new century with emphasis upon the key problems that both Protestant and Roman Catholic churches are wrestling with and trends that are likely to develop. The study will consider the Sermon on the Mount from the teaching of Jesus to determine how Christians ought to deal with these issues.

Thinking Like Jesus: Foundations for Bib Worldview (Bible-Related)

This course is designed to help students understand the meaning of worldview, and its importance in the life of a Christian. The worldviews of modern culture will be examined and evaluated in light of biblical truth. Students will understand the foundations of a biblical world view by studying appropriate passages of Scripture, especially those that relate to the life and teachings of Jesus.

Understand & Apply Bible (Bible-Related)

A study of the process that led to the creation of the English Bible and its authority, a survey of the principles and practice of independent Bible study, including an emphasis on the grammatical historical approach to biblical interpretation. The student will study methods of application leading to the development of theme, proposition and finally the lesson itself.

History

Church History I (Bible-Related)

A study of the history of the Christian Church from its founding on the day of Pentecost to the beginning of the Reformation with special emphasis upon the people, events and doctrinal controversies that were significant in the growth of Christianity.

Church History II (Bible-Related)

A study of the history of the Christian Church from the dawning of the Reformation to the present time with special emphasis upon the people, events and doctrinal controversies that were significant in the growth of Christianity.

Western Civilization I (General Education)

A study of the foundations of the modern world from the first civilizations through the 18th century. Topics include Western and non-Western classical civilizations, the Middle Ages and the age of absolutism.

Western Civilization II (General Education)

This course studies the development of the Western world and its institutions and ideas from the nineteenth century to the present. The student will be challenged to consider the positive and negative impact of Western thinking and to formulate a sense of personal responsibility within society.

Humanities

Cultural Anthropology (General Education)

This course introduces you to the principles and practice of cultural anthropology. After class exploration of various methods and concepts, you will explore those insights practically in actual cross-cultural experiences.

Music Appreciation (General Education)

Students learn to understand, appreciate, and enjoy listening to music via an investigation of its building blocks, history, key personalities and representative works.

Leadership

Biblical Concepts of Leadership (Bible-Related)

A study of the concepts of leadership in the context of Scripture and application of these concepts to personal, professional and career goals. The course will include the use of a survey to assess each individual's leadership capabilities to help him/her to understand his/her personal profile.

Literature

English Literature I (General Education)

This is a course survey covering English literature from the Middle Ages through the Eighteenth Century. The course acquaints students with this literature through a process of reading, analyzing, interpreting, writing, and thinking critically about essays, stories, poetry, and plays from a broad spectrum of English literature. From knights to queens to Christian pilgrims to discoverers and reformers, this study provides a glimpse into the changing dynamics of the latter 1400s to the early 1800s. In so doing, the course considers English literature in a historical, social, and ideological context as those influences greatly impacted and shaped the writers and perceptions of the time period.

Literature of C. S. Lewis (General Education)

The course will explore the life of and literature produced by C. S. Lewis in order to gain perception into his theology, the various genre in which he wrote, and the principles that make his writings meaningful nearly forty years after his death.

Survey of American Literature I--Beginnings to 1700 (General Education)

Survey of American Literature I-Beginnings to 1700 provides an overview of the literature and historical timeframe for this period. Stories, biographical sketchs, poems, speeches, letters, and essays comprise this course in order to provide a rich array of readings for this literary study. Students will engage in a process of critical reading, responding, analyzing, interpreting, and writing in the course. There is no course prerequisite.

Management

Essentials of Management (Organizational Mgmt)

A study of the five parts of managing organizations—planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling/evaluating—with the study of principles for application to both not-for-profit and for-profit organizations and applications in organizations with references to Scripture.

Organizational Behavior (Organizational Mgmt)

Organizational goals, priorities and strategies interfacing with the behavior of individuals and groups inside the organization and in other affecting organizations. Attention is given to the effect of organizational culture, government laws and regulations and the economy upon organizational behavior.

Math

Applied College Algebra (General Education)

An introduction to college mathematics is provided with an emphasis on business and work-world applications. Students will perform best in this course if they have a basic understanding of high school mathematics through Algebra. The goal of the course is to build a fundamental understanding of college algebra that is adequate to provide a level of competence expected of a college graduate.

Missions

Evangelism Discipleship (Bible-Related)

A study of the nature, purpose and process of biblical evangelism and its application to various ministries; a study of New Testament discipleship principles and their application, with a special emphasis upon building discipling relationships and small group ministry.

Theology of Missions (Bible-Related)

A study of the Word of God as set forth through God's promise to Abraham to bless the nations through Jesus Christ and the Church; an application of the Word of God as it relates to the purposes, nature, scope and current challenges of cross-cultural missions.

New Testament

Acts (Bible-Related)

A study of the Acts of the Apostles that specifically follows the historical expansion of the church through doctrinal development, growth in understanding, evangelism and geographical expansion through the missionary activities of its members. We will become acquainted with the activities of the great church leaders of the first century, e.g., Peter, James and Paul.

Life of Christ (Bible-Related)

A study of the Life of Christ as recorded in the Synoptic Gospels and in the Gospel according to John.

New Testament Survey (Bible-Related)

A survey of the New Testament including events in the life of Christ, the development of the early church, the work of the followers of Christ, and the influence on organizations and people in the first century.

Paul's New Test Letters (Bible-Related)

An overview of Paul's writings to the first-century churches. This study highlights major issues and considers application to individual believers and churches of today. Appropriate hermeneutical principles and procedures are also demonstrated.

Old Testament

Ethics Hebrew Wisdom Lit (Bible-Related)

A study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and the Song of Songs that emphasizes the genius of Hebrew poetry and the doctrinal depth, spiritual value and ethical implications of these books.

Hist of the Israelite Kingdom (Bible-Related)

This course is a study of the history of the people of God in the Old Testament as that history is recorded from Genesis through Esther. It will consider God's redemptive plan as it is expressed in His covenants with Israel. Special emphasis will be made to help the student understand the geography of the Near East.

Personal Development

Faith and Money (General Education)

This class will teach the students what God says about handling money and possessions with a goal of the student learning to be financially free and spiritually free. A practical method of budgeting is included. It will also cover God’s principles of living honestly, being accountable, dealing with debt, giving, work, and eternity.

Goals Priorities Attitudes (General Education)

The setting of goals, as well as priorities among those goals, with an emphasis upon how those goals and priorities relate to the realities and aspirations of life. The attitude of the individual including other aspects of psychological makeup and how it impacts upon the ability and willingness to set goals and priorities. An emphasis upon how goals, priorities and attitudes can lead to effective Christian personal management.

Skills for College Success (General Education)

This course will focus on competency in the implementation of strategies for managing time, increasing reading comprehension, employing rules of grammar and usage, completing assignments, taking tests, writing essays, and using technology within the educational setting. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to apply the new competencies to building a successful college career.

Understanding Teaching (General Education)

Teaching the Bible in a way that effectively connects with learners can be a challenge. Understanding Teaching will provide sound teaching principles, practical ideas, and helpful teaching methods that will increase your desire to be creative and enthusiastic in teaching the students God has given you.

Science

Earth Science Introduction (General Education)

Earth science including physical and historical geology, meteorology and descriptive astronomy; the economic, social and philosophic aspects of the subject matter.

Intro to Life Science (General Education)

This course introduces life science from a Christian worldview. Course topics include biological organization and hierarchy, energy and nutrient flow cycles, population biology, genetics and reproduction, and cellular biology.

Introduction to Health Science (General Education)

Contemporary health knowledge intended to develop proper attitudes and behavior in the areas of nutrition, drug and alcohol use and abuse, stress, chronic and communicable diseases, environmental factors, death and dying, and mental health. The course also examines barriers which hinder lifestyle changes.

Social Science

General Psychology (General Education)

A study of the fundamental concepts of psychology including biological processes, development, behavior, learning and memory, personality, psychological disorders and social psychology.

Intro to Counseling (General Education)

This course introduces the biblical principles of counseling and outlines the process by which Christian leaders can counsel people with specific problems. The course also provides an introduction to the counseling profession from a Christian perspective, explores how biblical and psychological principles may be integrated and applied to counseling issues, and describes the nature and role of the counselor as a person and as a professional.

Intro to Sociology (General Education)

This course will introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of inter¬relationships and group activities. Students will be able to integrate experience from his or her own life and work environments while studying the principles involved in dyadic groups, primary groups, secondary groups, institutions and society.

Theology

Biblical Worldview (Bible-Related)

A study of the biblical worldview as presented in the Old and New Testaments. Use of the Scripture to explore the role of general revelation (the creation) and special revelation (the Scriptures) and to experience God at work in the modern world.