Language of this entry |
English (UK, International) |
Name of Programme / Training Resource |
Understanding Cultures & Worldviews |
Type of Training |
Individual standalone programme |
Reference Number |
ICS/MIS/THE5030 |
Description |
This course will enable you to understand the philosophical assumptions which an individual uses in constructing the belief system by which he/she makes decisions about the world. It will help you construct a biblical worldview and provide you with the skills needed to analyze the culture and worldview of the people God has called you to reach. Special attention will be given to tools for understanding culture as an essential means of entry into cross-cultural ministry. ( Note: This is an Online course) |
Keywords |
Bible, Cultures, Missions, Intercultural, Intercultural Studies, Theology, Worldviews, Religions, |
Languages Programme Available in |
English (USA) |
Other Languages |
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Country and region where programme is available |
International (e.g. distance learning) / All international |
Area of Ministry and Focus |
Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History |
Residential/Non Residential |
Mixed |
Full-time or Part-time |
Full-time |
Level |
Introductory |
Cost Range |
US$100,000 or more |
Actual Cost |
1000 |
Bursaries/scholarships available |
No |
Actual Length |
4 months |
Average hours of study per week |
4 |
Methods of instruction |
lectures, powerpoints, internet, emails, book study, DVD's, teamwork, correspondence, chats, papers, projects |
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) |
40 |
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) |
15 |
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). |
45 |
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) |
40 |
Prerequisite Programmes |
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Other Prerequisites |
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Qualifications gained |
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Qualifications this programme is part of |
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Programme Accredited by |
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