A7135 Theological English
This unit assists Language Other Than English students to understand and acquire some basic elements of grammar and structure in the English language in a theological context.
It assists students to acquire a preliminary/introductory vocabulary and pronunciation to enable them to talk and write about a theological topic in English. It assists students to have some access to the range of theological materials available in English so they can apply Biblical/theological English in various practical situations. It provides an effective approach to learning English, including basic research methods to extend knowledge of unfamiliar contexts. It fosters an understanding of English thought and expression. It also provides a familiarisation with English and Biblical/theological terminology required to discuss Biblical/theological ideas through exploring passages from one of the books in the Contemporary English Version of the Bible.
All A units are not included in the structure of Majors or Sub-majors.
| Study Level | Undergraduate |
|---|---|
| Discipline | Humanities in the Christian Tradition |
| Sub Discipline | Humanities |
| Credit Points | 9 |
| Prerequisites | 36 Credit points |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- Match English and first language written descriptions or definitions of simple Biblical/theological ideas and concepts and match spoken English descriptions or definitions of simple Biblical/theological ideas and concepts with first language written descriptions
- In written English, use simple sentences (allowing a few errors, either in form or use, that do not impede meaning) to discuss Biblical/theological ideas using vocabulary and Biblical/theological terminology that address the basic question but do not show a wider vocabulary even when a wider vocabulary is known.
- Recognise examples of correct use of basic English grammar and sentence structure and correct simple errors in passages adapted from the contemporary English Version of the Bible
- Write a short simple prayer in English and read it aloud with at least intelligible fluency so that the listener hears and understands at least 60% of the words.
- Apply elementary research methods to explain in written or spoken language
a. (in English) simple topics in Christianity and
b. (in first language) basic comprehension of prepared passages from Contemporary English Version of the Bible.