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The Method of Studies
The best way to study is to
decide first what you wish to obtain from the course. If you
wish only to get a bird’s-eye
view of the subject, then simply read your notes and look up
a minimum of Bible references. If some of the material seems
difficult
to handle, then leave it for another time. If, however, you wish
to do the course thoroughly, then look up that number of references
which helps you to grasp the subject fully. Also read and re-read
the text allotted to you in Galatians:
A Commentary.
Your attitude to your study
will work for you if you are willing to say, ‘I want to increase my biblical knowledge
and come to a deeper understanding of the truth, therefore I am
determined to see this course through to completion’.
Study Method II requires
direct answers to the set of questions. This method does not
require written essays and long paragraphs. As a learning process,
the questions are designed to lead you through the essentials
of the subject matter of each lesson. The answers are to be
in the form of statements, sentences and short paragraphs.
Sometimes only one word will be required.
- 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 that Bibliography we have recommended certain Bible helps. You
do not have to buy these, but they certainly will be valuable books
to have on your shelves.
Links With Your Tutor
You will be assigned to your own tutor who will
see you through your course. You should feel free to ask for help
where needed. Your tutor will return your homework with comments
which will be helpful. Marks will be given, and you will receive
a graded Certificate of Studies on completing your course.
Going the Course Alone
Some students will wish to do the course entirely
on their own. This means they will wish to receive the fourteen
lessons and do the course without the aid of the tutor. No Certificate
of Studies can be given in this case.
Period of Study
Certificate of Studies Students
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 course, however to gain maximum benefit from your studies
you should aim to complete the course within two years. If for
any reason you have to relinquish the course, please let your tutor
know.
A Certificate of Theology will be granted to a
student who completes eight subjects which cover the following
six categories: Doctrine; Old Testament; New Testament; History;
Christian Ministries; Practical Christian Living.
Additional Material
- Audio Cassettes on the Letter to the Galatians:
- (Tape Code) ETS. 21 by Geoffrey Bingham, 10 studies
(5 x 90 min. cassettes) Compulsory listening.
- Other cassettes available for purchase or hire:
- (Tape Code) ETS. 17 by Noel Due, 10
studies (5 x 90 min. cassettes)
- (Tape Code) ETS. 67 by Deane Meatheringham,
8 studies (4 x 90 min. cassettes)
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