Study Method One

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Introduction to the Course

Welcome to Correspondence Course Number Eight. This Course is set out somewhat differently from some of our other Courses, in that Deuteronomy is a Book of thirty-four chapters. It would be an impossible task to set Chapter Assignments, so what we will do with this Course is to divide the Course up into nine Sections (i) the Introduction which is given in printed Notes, and (ii) eight further Sections, namely chapters 1-8; 9-16; 17-24; 25-34 of the Book of Deuteronomy.

Of course, the Book itself does not necessarily fall into these Sections, but the Student will have to do comprehensive Assignments for each Section. To aid him will be twenty-one audio-cassettes ( or mp3 on CD) which virtually have forty-two Studies, only two of these being of the Introduction. The Student will find that listening to the cassettes will be very helpful, but this should also be augmented by reading a commentary, no matter how simple it may be.

Students are required to do an Essay for each Assignment of a minimum 2,000 words: set out neatly, a margin left in the left hand column, writing or typing only on one side, all pages numbered, and the front page containing only the name and address of the Student, together with the title of the assignment and the name of the Tutor. It is suggested that, since only five Assignments are required, they should be quite extensive, and indicate ample listening and extra reading.

Hints for Reading and Study

You will be mainly listening to the Tapes sent to you, and you may wish to read a Commentary or two of those listed below in the Bibliography. When listening to tapes, have the Book of Deuteronomy open before you, and try to follow the Commentary on the Tapes. The best way of studying is to (i) read the passage yourself, at one sitting if possible; (ii) ponder what the passage is saying; (iii) listen to the Tape as you check it with the text; and (iv) where possible, make your own notes, keeping them in a file for later reference.

How to Go About the Course

As indicated above there is first the Introduction to be read and an Assignment completed and sent. Then there are four Sections of the Book of Deuteronomy to be covered. Whereas we normally send a Lesson, mark your assignment, and return it to you with the next Lesson, in this case we will set out the five Assignments required for the Book. You may send each Assignment on its completion and proceed with the next until all are completed.

• Neat, clear presentation is necessary to facilitate your tutor's assessment.
• Write legibly at all times.
• Write on one side only of your paper.
• Leave a 3 cm margin on the left side of your paper.
• When using a typewriter, leave a one line space between lines.
• Be careful to read and answer the questions.
• Be sure that your answers are based soundly on Scripture.
• Refrain from an over-use of Bible quotations as a substitute for expressing your own grasp of the subject.
• Try to avoid 'parrot-fashion' repeating of words and ideas in the study materials.
• Put your student number, your name and address, and your tutor's name on the back of the last sheet.

Further to this way of study, you can read extra material recommended in the Bibliography below. In it we have recommended certain bible helps. You do not have to buy these, but they certainly would be helpful. You will receive a certificate of Studies on completing this subject.

Links With Your Tutor

You will be assigned your own tutor who will see you through this subject. You should feel free to ask for help where needed. Your tutor will return your assignments with comments which will be helpful. Marks will be given, and you will receive a Certificate of Studies on completing this subject.

Going the Course Alone

Some students will wish to do this study entirely on their own. This means they will wish to receive the thirteen lessons and do the study without the aid of a tutor. No Certificate of Studies can be given in this case.

Period of Study

Certificate of Studies

It is recommended that you persist continually in study so that you finish the course as soon as possible, without, however, putting yourself under stress. A good aim is to complete the questions within one month, or two months at the most. In the event of your study being interrupted or delayed through circumstances, do not give up your course. There is no time limit set for completion of the Certificate of Studies, however, to gain maximum benefit from your studies, you should aim to complete this subject within two years. If for any reason you have to relinquish your studies, please let your tutor know.

A Certificate of Theology will be granted to a student who completes eight subjects.