TEACHING SCRIPTURE IN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

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Overview

In this subject students are introduced to the Bible, its composition, chronology, genres, and provenance, attending to both the Hebrew Scriptures and the Christian Testament. Students explore the historical, political, geographical, socio-cultural and religious frameworks behind the production of biblical texts. They learn to apply a variety of methods of textural analysis, based on the principles of Catholic biblical criticism. Students research and apply a number of methodologies for teaching scripture texts in the primary classroom, and explore the understandings and uses of the Bible by Christian communities and individuals.

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Subject coordinator

Joanna Barbousas

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 3 - UG

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available as elective

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Describe the structure of the Scriptures and the significance of particular sections.

Express an understanding of the historical and cultural context of the Scriptures.

Examine contemporary approaches to teaching Scripture with reference to their content and methodology.

Effectively teach Scripture in the classroom using a variety of models that encourage critical thinking.

Learning activities

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