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Exploring the Bible From a Secular Perspective - Highschool Edition
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
** Please note that this class will run every second week. *** In this class we'll be exploring the Bible from a secular perspective. We'll assume it was written by humans over a vast period of time and read it together to appreciate the poetry, humour, beauty and fascinating history. The class will involve lecture and discussion. Everyone is encouraged to ask questions and share their thoughts. Some weeks will focus on a specific Bible passage. Others will focus on a Biblical theme. Often...
This class is taught in English.
Students will: - gain familiarity with Bible stories, learning to recognize them in art and literature. - learn to look at stories as an opportunity to learn both about the time the story is set and the time the story was written. - participate in discussions about ancient politics and political theory.
I was raised within the United Church of Canada to view the Bible as a historical and literary document. (Historic document means that it was written long ago and has historical value, not that it contains a literally true history.) I attended a year of theological studies at McGill University, in Montreal, Quebec, and then followed that up with years of reading everything I could find about the topic. I'm currently agnostic or even atheist, but fascinated by Biblical history.
Homework Offered
Students are given a reading assignment before class. Students will be encouraged to participate in discussion in the classroom between classes.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
If assessment is needed, I would be happy to assign a short-essay question and provide a grade based 50% on discussion and participation and 50% based on the essay question.Grades Offered
It is recommended that all students have a Bible. I recommend a copy of the New Revised Standard Version or other study Bible.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
The Bible includes stories of violence, including sexual violence.
I am a homeschooling mother of three. I have a B.A. in political theory and many years experience teaching online. I've also studied theology and written a book titled A Secular Bible Study as well as a young adult novel titled The Edge of the...
Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 42 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-10 learners per class
This class is no longer offered
Financial Assistance
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