Discussions bring dialogue and communication into our learning experience. Unlike so much of the unsubstantiated opinion we see in the public square and social media, these discussions provide a space for in-depth analysis and application of the topics in our Learn readings and presentations. Each discussion is a mini-research paper developing conclusions that are supported by scholarly sources and critical analysis. The replies are expressly assigned to respond to classmates with different conclusions or analysis and require civil discourse to broaden understanding of the topics.
Instructions
Each discussion consists of 2 parts:
1) a thread of at least 300 words in response to the provided prompt and
2) replies of at least 150 words each to 2 classmates’ threads.
Each thread and each reply must reference at least 2 scholarly sources other than the course textbook, cited in current APA format (including both in-text citations and a reference list). You must also support each thread and reply with thoughtful analysis (considering assumptions, analyzing implications, and comparing/contrasting concepts) and Biblical worldview integration.
Well-developed, complete worldview analysis of the situation requires more than simply adding a Bible verse at the end of the post. Each thread and each reply must include at least 1 verse from Scripture, quoted and applied as an integral part of the discussion of the applicable issues in the context of a Biblical worldview.
For each reply, read the threads posted by your classmates and reply to 2 threads that presented a different conclusion than your thread. Note that comments such as “I like what you said,” “that is a good comment,” and “I disagree with your comment” do not constitute complete replies. Rather, state reasons that support your conclusions with additional and/or alternate research/ideas/thoughts.
Submit each thread by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday of the assigned Module: Week. Submit two replies by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Monday of the same Module: Week.
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