GC 182 · B.Th. English syllabus

Study Method

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Languages and study skills · GC 182

Study Method

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Course description

This course is designed to introduce various methods in learning and practicing. It deals with methods and involved in reading, understanding, writing and researching academic papers. Students are introduced the Research Study Guide for a consistent patterns of all academic writings. This course would help students to practice the skills throughout their theological studies.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

Exhibit knowledge of various kinds of academic writings and be familiar with the use of Library and online resources

Students will produce genuine and unplagarized academic writings

Students may apply reading and writing skills for various types of research and demonstrate a working knowledge of the Research Study Guide of the approved by the College.

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Think beyond the outline.

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Use fictional or anonymised ministry cases. Do not enter another person’s counselling, medical or private family details.

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Course topics

Reflect

Pause and make a connection.

What is the difference between paraphrasing and merely changing a few words? Explain how you would acknowledge an author's idea in your next assignment.

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Create and collaborate

Create a traceable research mini-portfolio

Choose a small theological question. Prepare source notes, an outline, a cited paragraph and a bibliography; distinguish quotation, paraphrase and your own argument, using the college's approved writing guide.

1. Prepare
Read the relevant source unit and record your evidence.
2. Make
Create a draft, diagram, dialogue or teaching resource.
3. Revisit
Invite peer feedback in class; revise and explain what changed.

My creative-work plan and reflection

Check your understanding

Which practice best meets this syllabus's objectives?

Copying material without acknowledging its sourceInventing references that look plausibleProducing original work with traceable citations

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GC 182 Study Method

Amazing Grace Biblical Seminary — B.Th. English

AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (PO), Aluva (via), Ernakulam (District), Kerala, India- Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926, 8281663926. GC 182: STUDY METHOD COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is designed to introduce various methods in learning and practicing. It deals with methods and involved in reading, understanding, writing and researching academic papers. Students are introduced the Research Study Guide for a consistent patterns of all academic writings. This course would help students to practice the skills throughout their theological studies. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, you should be able to: Exhibit knowledge of various kinds of academic writings and be familiar with the use of Library and online resources Students will produce genuine and unplagarized academic writings Students may apply reading and writing skills for various types of research and demonstrate a working knowledge of the Research Study Guide of the approved by the College. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION Class Participation 5% Writing Exercises 20% Book Review/ Term Paper 15% Final Examination 60% COURSE OUTLINE How to Study? Definition, Purpose and Process in Reading Introduction to Study Method Various Methods of Study Writing Assignment - Introduction, Main Body and Conclusion Types of Assignment - Reading Report, Book Review and Research/Term Paper Collection and Organization of Data Library Research Online and Internet Library Foot Notes, Text Notes and Bibliography Technical Tips in Writing Assignment Papers Guidelines for Appearing an Examination BIBLIOGRAPHY Currie, Donald. Developing and Applying Study Skills: Writing Assignments, Dissertations and Management Reports. London: Chartered Institute, 2005. Jaison, Jessy. Enjoy Your Research. Trivandrum: New India Publication, 2000. Jeyaraj, J Baskar and Paul Mohan Raj. Guidelines for Writings Thesis and Assignments. Bangalore: TBT, 2003. Kibbe, Michael. From Topic to Thesis: A Guide to Theological Research. Downers Grove, Illinois: IVP, 2016. Lalfakmawia, H Joseph, Compiled. Basic Methodological Study Aid for Theological Students. Kolkata: SCEPTRE, 2014. Prabhakar, Samson, ed. Theological Writings: Guidelines, Hints and Tips. Bangalore: BTESSC, 2007.

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