Fall Online Courses

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Starting October 26, 2020

(ending December 20, 2020)

General Education / Liberal Arts

INSTRUCTOR: KEN SCHENCK

Examination of the historical and current relationship between science and Scripture with a challenge of the “warfare” model that developed in the aftermath of the Darwinian controversy. A careful analysis is made of both science and Scripture. Attention given to four possible ways of relating: conflict, contract, contact and confirmation. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: BIBL 101

INSTRUCTOR: DENISE REICHARD

Principles and application of interpersonal skills in the context of friendships and families. Includes personal and relational awareness, person perception, verbal and nonverbal communication, relational development, and gender communication. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Peter Meilaender

Few authors over the past century have done more than C. S. Lewis to support countless Christian believers in coming to a deeper understanding of their faith. Combining philosophical acuity with creative imagination and literary skill, Lewis had a remarkable talent for explaining Christianity in clear and compelling arguments and for depicting it in story. This course provides an introduction to his thought through careful study of both his fiction (such as The Chronicles of Narnia or The Screwtape Letters) and non-fiction (Mere Christianity or The Weight of Glory). Topics to be addressed include reasons for belief, the Christian story, the Christian life, sin and temptation, and Christian love. Participants have the option of joining only the weekly webinars, of gaining access to additional lecture material as auditors, or of enrolling in the full course for 3 hours of academic credit. Liberal Arts.

INSTRUCTOR: CYNTHIA SYMONS

Adult students learn and apply strategies for success in their return to college and lifelong learning. Major topics include setting academic, career and personal goals; stress management; time management; critical thinking and problem-solving; learning styles; and best practices. Also introduces students to Houghton College, our online platform, and program policies and procedures.

INSTRUCTOR: Marcus Dean

Explores theory and practice of communicating interculturally. Recommended for those with an interest in international vocations or working with ethnic or cultural groups within the United States. Fulfills part of General Education Changing World requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Jason Davis

A survey of the development of the music and recording industry in America, including the history of recording, establishment of the major labels and the inner workings of the industry that drives the music business. Students also explore diverse music industry career paths in areas such as arts management, music products and merchandising, public relations, music production and recording, publishing, and online music distribution.

INSTRUCTOR: ARMENIO SUZANO

Survey of Asian, Latin American, African and European music; listening experience with research and analysis. Introduction to ethnomusicology to broaden student’s perspective. Recommended for those interested in the mission field or intercultural relations. Fulfills General Education Art & Music requirement. Liberal Arts.

INSTRUCTOR: KAREN DAUGHERTY

Introduction to the sociological perspective and sociology program emphasis. Explore environment, development, social work and marriage–family topics and issues. Understand social and cultural influences on human action, relationship between our personal lifestyles and society, and how to address challenges facing communities. Fulfills half of General Education Social Sciences requirement. Liberal Arts.

Business Undergrad

INSTRUCTOR: JOSEPH MILLER

A study of communication theory and principles as applied to business writing, oral communication and data reporting. Students will learn to prepare professional business presentations utilizing and coordinating these three major areas of business communication.

INSTRUCTOR: JONATHAN HILSHER

An examination of employee training and human resource development in various organizations. Topics include the development, administration and evaluation of training programs; employee development; career development; and organizational change. Issues in employee development (including assessment of employee competencies, opportunities for learning and growth and the roles of managers in employee development) are explored. Prerequisite: BADM 314 or permission

Psychology

INSTRUCTOR: CYNTHIA SYMONS

Study of religious and spiritual experience and behavior from a psychological perspective, including the integration of psychology and Christianity. Topics covered include conversion, faith, mysticism and spiritual development. Examines the origin and nature of religion according to thinkers such as Kierkegaard, Freud, Jung, Maslow, Tillich and Frankl. Liberal Arts.

INSTRUCTOR: ALISON YOUNG REUSSER

Principles of action of psychoactive drugs; their effects on body, mind and society; patterns and causes of their use and abuse; and prevention and treatment. Liberal Arts.

INSTRUCTOR: ALISON YOUNG REUSSER

Relationship of brain, nervous system and physiology with behavior. Brain basis of sensation, emotion, aggression, learning, communication and mental disorders. Three hours of lecture, three hours of lab each week. This course has a lab fee. Liberal Arts.

Criminal Justice

Instructor: Denise Reichard

AAS in Christian Ministries

INSTRUCTOR: STEVE DUNMIRE

Study of the pastoral office as it relates to the roles of counselor and administrator. Theories and techniques of pastoral counseling are considered. The administrative duties of the pastor are emphasized with particular focus on church management, Parliamentary Law and The Discipline of The Wesleyan Church.

Graduate

INSTRUCTOR: LAURA HOPKINS

Examines the nature of students’ diverse language and literacy learning and the assessment and instruction of English language arts in inclusive classrooms. Considers the means of developing a learning environment that nurtures the language learning of all students with emphasis on students from diverse cultures as well as those with learning differences and/or learning English as a New Language. Teachers are expected to establish a research-focused lens as they engage in reviewing current literacy research and complete a case study on an exceptional learner. Fieldwork required weekly or according to a schedule established by the instructor.

INSTRUCTOR: SUNSHINE SULLIVAN

Critically examines current research and theory that afford understanding and responsiveness to students’ cultural and learning differences. Considers students’ sociocultural, cognitive and motivational influences on literacy acquisition and learning. Explores culture, discourse, narrative and power in diverse B–12 educational contexts. Investigates the power afforded to students and teachers alike when they are positioned as meaning-makers and participants in their learning. Both in- and out-of-class activities are designed to provide students with authentic occasions to apply their theoretical learning and develop their professional learning network. Fieldwork required weekly or according to a schedule established by the instructor.

INSTRUCTOR: SUNSHINE SULLIVAN

Reviews major theories that help explain human communication behavior and considers the applications of these theories in daily interactions in B–12 educational contexts. Explores effective practices for designing sustainable co-teaching and collaborative partnerships across the diverse learning contexts in today’s B–12 classrooms. Immerses candidates in working together across grade levels as well as content areas to support diverse learners through collaborative planning, differentiated instruction and assessment practices as well as mindful classroom management. Both in- and out-of-class activities are designed to provide students with authentic occasions to apply their theoretical learning and develop their professional learning network. Requires two synchronous meetings. Fieldwork required weekly or according to a schedule established by the instructor.

INSTRUCTOR: TBA

Helps students understand the evolution of marketing communication as it becomes a functionally widened and linked activity. Students learn where each distinct communication function has resided and how they are forming a new entity called Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). IMC involves the measured blending of disparate activities such as messaging, branding, advertising, public relations, sales promotion, events and sales training into a tightly coordinated activity that provides maximum persuasive impact within targeted markets. Teamwork among the various individual organizations is essential to the success of IMC. Prerequisite(s): MBA 501, 630

INSTRUCTOR: MICHAEL JORDAN

Provides a biblical perspective of transformational leadership, focusing on two key components: that transformation is missional and intentional. Students examine how to navigate the current societal and organizational landscape in a faithful and integrated manner by first considering transformation on a personal level, then organizational. Includes a variety of resources, assessments and coaching exercises. Prerequisite(s): MBA 501, 630

Note: a course may have prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before enrollment. Please check the college catalog