FDREL 250

Outcomes

Description

This course focuses on the eternal ministry of Jesus Christ and His divine roles and teachings throughout His premortal, mortal, and post-mortal life. Special emphasis is given to the Savior’s central role in Heavenly Father’s plan for His children. Students are invited to deepen their love for and testimony of Jesus Christ and to become more devoted disciples. This course builds upon students’ previous sequential and topical gospel study experiences and is taught using blocks of scripture in context from across the standard works as well as the teachings of modern prophets.

Learning Model Architecture

Students will prepare each week through scripture reading and conference talks. Students will Teach one another as they discuss with their classmates and share what they are learning with those outside the class. Students will ponder & prove each week through quizzes, papers, and written or verbal reflection.

Prerequisites

None

Required Materials

LDS scriptures and access to lds.org.

Due Dates

Preparation assessments, writing submission, and the first post of the in-class discussion (group sharing) is due on the first due date of the week, which is 11 PM Tuesday (Mountain Time). Face-to-face teaching submission, the final post and submission of group sharing, and the Disciple Preparation Plan submission are all due on the 2nd due date of the week, which is 11 PM Friday (Mountain Time). Due days and times will vary according to your time zone.

Grading Policies

This course will use the standard BYU-I grading scheme, as follows:

Progress Grades: attempted and earned

Grades are determined by each instructor based upon an evaluation of all assigned and completed coursework. Classroom/laboratory participation, mastery of subject matter, and promise of continuing success in sequential courses in related fields are all criteria used to evaluate progress.

  • “A” represents outstanding understanding, application, and integration of subject material and extensive evidence of original thinking, skillful use of concepts, and ability to analyze and solve complex problems. Demonstrates diligent application of Learning Model principles, including initiative in serving other students.
  • “B” represents considerable/significant understanding, application, and incorporation of the material that would prepare a student to be successful in next level courses, graduate school, or employment. The student participates in the Learning Model as applied in the course.
  • “C” represents sufficient understanding of subject matter. The student demonstrates minimal initiative to be prepared for class. Sequenced courses could be attempted, but mastering new materials might prove challenging. The student participates only marginally in the Learning Model.
  • “D” represents poor performance and initiative to learn, understand, and apply course materials. Retaking a course or remediation may be necessary to prepare for additional instruction in this subject matter.

Non-progress Grades: attempted, but not earned

  • “F” represents failure in the course.
  • “W” represents a withdrawal from the class and will not be calculated into the GPA. However, if the class is dropped during the first 22 calendar days (including weekends and holidays) of a semester, or the first 15 calendar days of a block, no annotation will be made on the permanent academic record.
  • “UW” represents an unofficial withdrawal which is given to a student who meets the following criteria: Did not complete proper withdrawal procedures; has record of non-attendance; did not complete any work, tests, or class related assignments after attendance ceased; or the record of non-attendance did not begin after the last date to drop class without grade earned. The “UW” is calculated into the GPA as a failing grade value. (0.0)
  • “I” is a conditional grade. (See “Incomplete Grades.”)
  • “NR” represents the grade was not reported by the instructor. A student receiving a “NR” grade should contact the instructor to request that a valid grade be submitted to the Student Records and Registration Office.
  • “T” represents a temporary grade that is assigned for courses that do not fall within normal academic deadlines of any given semester. (e.g., internships)
  • “IP” indicates that the course is in progress.

The grades will be assigned as follows:

The assignments are as follows:

Category Number & Location Points
Assessments 14 in Lessons 1-14 (13 X 10) + (1 x 5) = 135 points
Writing Assignments 14 in Lessons 1-14 (12 X 25) + (2 x 20) = 340
In-Class Sharing 12 in Lessons 1-13 (13 x 20) + (1 x 15) = 275
Face-to-face Teaching 12 in Lessons 2-13 12 x 10 = 120
Total Points 870 points

Assignment Description

Preparation Assessments

Students will take quizzes based on readings from scriptures and modern prophets. Students are expected to spent three hours or more each week in preparation activities.

Writing

Each lesson, students will compose a detailed lesson plan and paper.

Group Sharing

Students will work as a group to answer specific questions or complete activities related to the lesson material. Students will share with their group and compose a summary of their thoughts as a result of the discussions and activities.

Face-to-Face Teaching

Students will teach the lesson they composed as part of their writing assignment to an individual or a group and then report on their experience.

Disciple Project Plan (Optional)

Students will select a Christ-like attribute they want to develop and work on throughout the semester. Students will not be graded for this assignment because of its personal nature, but they are expected to report their progress in Lesson 03, 07, 11, and 14.

Disclaimers

The instructor reserves the right to change any part of this syllabus at any time during the semester in order to adapt to changing course needs. You will be notified prior to any changes that may take place.