Sample Syllabus for 22190: Survey of the New Testament The ...

Sample Syllabus for
22190: Survey of the New Testament
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
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I. Course Description
This course will feature a survey of the New Testament in English Bible, an exposure
to relevant introductory issues, and some exposure to critical issues.
II. Course Objectives
By the end of this course the student should be able to:
1. Summarize the basic contents and theology of the New Testament
2. Summarize the critical and introductory issues in the New Testament
III. Course Requirements and Grading
1. Quizzes: Quizzes over the assigned reading, both textbooks and the Bible, will be
given at the beginning of class. Make up quizzes will not be given except in the
case of emergencies.
2. Exams: Two exams will be given. The exams will be mostly objective, but will
also include short answer questions.
Midterm 40%
Final 40%
Quizzes 20%
Total 100%
Grades will be assigned according the to the grading scale published in the SBTS
catalogue.
IV. Textbooks
Bible: Any standard translation (e.g., NIV, NASB, ESV etc.); no paraphrases.
Elwell, Walter A., Robert W. Yarbrough. Encountering the New Testament: A
Historical and Theological Survey, 2 nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker, 2005. ISBN:
080102806X
Goldsworthy, Graeme. According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the
Bible. Downers Grove, IL: IVP. ISBN: 0830826963.
**As part of pre-course preparation, students are to read through the New Testament
in its entirety.
V. Attendance Policy
Class absences of twenty percent result in a failure.
VI. Outline of Class Topics
Introduction to the New Testament: Proclamation and Theology
Introductory Issues: Gospels
Synoptic Gospels
John
The New Testament Mission

Acts
Introductory Issues: Paul
Pauline Epistles
General Epistles
Revelation
FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
In order to ensure full class participation, any student with a disabling condition requiring
special accommodations (e.g., tape recorders, special adaptive equipment, special notetaking
or test-taking needs) is strongly encouraged to contact the professor at the
beginning of the course.
COURSE AND SYLLABUS MODIFICATION (Disclaimer)
This syllabus is intended to reflect accurately the leaning objectives, instructional format,
readings, activities, evaluation criteria, policies and procedures, and other information
necessary for students to complete this course. This syllabus is not a contract. The
instructor reserves the right to modify any portion of this syllabus as deemed necessary to
maintain the integrity of the learning experience as a result of events and circumstances
that occur during the course.
IMPORTANT: The seminary is aware of the special issues that arise in distance learning
opportunities. These issues are often magnified when students are located in certain areas
of the world. After reading this syllabus, if you have questions specifically related to this
course about supervision, procedures, assignments, etc., please contact the professor.