A 2019 course by Madison Tarleton at the University of Denver/Illiff School of Theology introduces “students to the academic study of religion” through a survey of “early theorists and anthropologists as well as examine how these theories evolved over time.”
A 2002 course by Richard Ascough at Queen’s University “is designed to give an overview of the content and background of the twenty-seven documents that comprise the New Testament. Through these texts we will explore the historical development of early Christianity as it is expressed in the literature of the various faith communities.”
A 1998 course by Peter Haas at Vanderbilt University introduces the Bible, its study, and meanings.
A 2012 course by Joel Kaminsky at Smith College “explores major Jewish texts, ideas and practices over a period of more than 3,000 years.”
A 2013 course by Lewis Brogdan at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary “is a survey course designed (a) to introduce students to the basic matters of New Testament studies and (b) to lay a foundation for all advanced work in the area. With regard to each book of the New Testament, we will, as possible, think about the literary shape, social context, and theological concerns of the writing.”
A 2010 course by Kenneth Atkinson at the University of Northern Iowa introduces “the academic study of religion and the worldâs major religions. . . . not only study the good side of religion, but we will also explore together the origins of contemporary religious violence in order to help you understand the important role that faith continues to play in world conflicts.”
A 2010 course by Kenneth Atkinson at the University of Northern Iowa introduces “to the history and ideas of the New Testament and other early Christian writings and the methods biblical scholars use to understand them. My goal is to provide you with the skills necessary to interpret the New Testament, and to help you evaluate the ways that people use this text.”
A 1998 course by Martha Reineke at the University of Iowa introduces “the basic tenets of Judaism, learning something of its history and diverse practices” through a focus on exploring Judaism through the Internt.
A course by Catherine Wessinger at Loyola University New Orleans aims to “acquaint the student with the primary religious groups of the world in order to promote an awareness and understanding of the goals that have been of ultimate concern to various peoples as well as the methods used to achieve these goals.”
A 2008 course by Joseph Edelheit at St. Cloud State University “is an exposure to interdisciplinary tools of understanding Scripture, especially as the primary text of the Jewish people and Judaism.”
