Syllabi Archive
A 2011 course by Mark Lewis Taylor at Princeton Theological Seminary is "more 'an introduction to the study of systematic theology,' and less a survey of the whole of systematic theology."
A 2010 course by Michael Andres at Northwestern College "is a study of the major concepts of Christian theology and their interrelationships."
A 2008 course by Michael Andres at Northwestern College "is an introduction to the historical, literary, and theological aspects of the Bible. We will survey the central characters and events of biblical history, examine the variety of genres found in the Bible, and discuss key theological themes emphasized within the Bible."
A 2011 course by Aisha Musa at Florida International University introduces "students to the history, interpretation and translation of the Quran, through a close examination of passages relating to issues of gender and jihad from a variety of English translations."
A 2011 course by Carol Cook at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary employs perspectives "from the fields of theology, psychology, sociology, marriage and family therapy, and literature" on the developmental process. In addition, attention "is given to the growth of cognitive structures; psychosocial, moral, and faith development through the life span; issues surrounding the family life cycle; and various models of transformation, both personal and systemic."
A 2011 course by Christopher Elwood at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary "students to the global history of Christianity. Special attention will be paid to formation of Christian identity and theological expression in relation to other religious traditions."
A 2011 course by Terry Muck at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary surveys "the origin, history, and basic tenets of Hinduism and Buddhism. Students also study the way these religions are practiced today, and the impact each is having on the world."
A 2008 course by James McGrath at Butler University "aims to study the phenomenon of heresy by focusing on the development and definition of orthodoxy and heresy in early Christianity."
A 2014 course by John Reeves at the University of North Carolina Charlotte "provides an overview of the diverse genres of literature contained within the Hebrew Bible as well as an introduction to its modern critical study."
A 2003 course by Joseph Adler at Kenyon College explores "the philosophical and cultural history of the Confucian tradition, primarily in China, from its inception to the present day."