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COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGY
COURSE SYLLABUS IN GOD AND HUMAN LIFE (A)
First Semester 2019-2020
MISSION
The Adventist University of the Philippines is committed to provide quality Bible-based education, nurturing
students for academic excellence, Christ-like character, and exemplary service.
VISION
Adventist University of the Philippines envisions to be a leading Adventist educational institution in the Asia-
Pacific Region by 2022.
CORE VALUES
Accountability and Integrity – We hold ourselves responsible for our professional and personal actions to God, to
one another and to our stakeholders. We shall therefore live and serve with integrity – with wholeness of
character, consistency of lifestyle; faithfully adhering to the spiritual truths and values taught in the Word of God.
Committed Service – We shall serve our students and all whom we encounter, dedicating our time, personal skills,
professional expertise, and resources as we realize the high academic and spiritual expectations of Adventist
education, in turn spending our lives in serving others.
Excellent in Work – We continually strive to be among the best in all we do: in teaching, and in delivering consistently
high-quality services.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides the students with the in-depth knowledge of concepts and issues pertaining to origins,
Scriptures, God, humanity, and the plan of redemption. It equips the students with proper hermeneutical skills to
respond to competing worldviews, lead them to Christian maturity, and develop their sense of calling to share the
major bible truth to others in response to the Great Commission of Jesus Christ.
BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS
Attendance. Students are expected to attend all lectures and class activities regularly. Going in and out of the
class, except during break time or case of emergency, is discouraged. A student who incurs absences of more
than 20% of the total contact hours during the semester shall fail and earn no credit for the course (The
Manual of Academic Policy applies). Only absences due to sickness (with certification from the doctor or
parent/guardian) and extremely unavoidable circumstances will be excused. However, the student shall be
held responsible for all lessons and requirements missed during the absence.
Punctuality. Classes will start on time so students are expected to come to class as scheduled.
Honesty. Every student is to work independently (no copying, no cheating) on all assessment activities such as
assignments, quizzes, tests, and exams. Likewise, he / she is responsible for protecting his/her work from
being copied. Plagiarism is an offense and strictly prohibited with corresponding measures as stipulated in the
Manual of Academic Policy.
Electronic Gadgets. All cellular phones must be turned off or be put in silent mode during class hours. Other
electronic gadgets such as tablets and laptops should not be used in class unless necessary and allowed for
learning activities. Absolutely no gadgets may be used during tests and examinations.
Dress Code. Students are expected to be in complete school uniform during all regular class schedules. Those
who are not wearing the University’s prescribed uniform (proper style, length, material and color of dress,
black leather shoes) shall not be allowed inside the classroom.
Proper Grooming. Students are expected to be neat in coming to class. Everyone should also be sensitive to
body odor.
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Bible and Textbook. Every student should bring his/her own Bible and textbook (if required) during class
periods.
Quizzes / Tests / Examinations. Students must take all quizzes/tests/exams on schedule. One (1) make-up test
or examination will be given during the entire semester and will be granted for excused absences only. The
make-up test or exam must be taken without undue delay to be fair to those who took the test on time. The
University schedules four (4) major examinations, namely: Preliminary Exam (September), Mid-Term Exam
(October), Pre-Final Exam (November), and Final Exam (December). Financial permits shall be checked and
signed accordingly.
Assignments. Assignments will be due at the beginning of the class period unless otherwise indicated.
Assignments turned in after the due date will not be accepted except those with prior approval from the
teacher.
Seatwork / Group-work. Absolutely no make-up will be allowed for students who are absent when a class
activity was given.
Class Involvement. Students are expected to actively participate in all class activities like discussions,
recitations, retreats, and group activities. Pertinent questions, comments, and reactions that reflect critical
thinking are encouraged.
Synthesis. A synthesis is a comprehensive written report about each of the topics and sub-topics reflected in
the course outline. It is not just a summary but an analysis on how the topic will be applied to one’s life and
vocation. The synthesis is going to be submitted after a chapter is presented on a 1/2 sheet of yellow paper,
100 to 150 words in length.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Interactive Discussion/Learning
Outdoor learning
Debate
Project
Reporting/Panel
Group Learning and Activities
Multimedia Presentation
Retreat
Collaborative Learning
Library Work/Research
Interview
GRADING CRITERIA
40% EXAMINATION
PRELIMINARY EXAM 10%
MID-TERM EXAM 10%
PRE-FINAL EXAM 10%
FINAL EXAM 10%
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ACTIVITIES/PARTICIPATION 15
ATTENDANCE 0%
100%
GRADING SYSTEM
A 98.00 – 100.00 4.00
A- 95.00 – 97.99 3.75
B+ 92.00 – 94.99 3.50
B 89.00 – 91.99 3.25
B- 86.00 – 88.99 3.00
C+ 83.00 – 85.99 2.75
C 80.00 – 82.99 2.50
C- 77.00 – 79.99 2.25
D 75.00 – 76.99 2.00
F 74 .99 and below 0.00
REFERENCES
Roth, Ariel A. Origins : Linking Science and Scripture. Hagerstown, MD: AH 213 R845 1998
Review and Herald, 1998.
Pitman, Sean. Origins : Creation or Evolution? West Frankfort, IL : 3ABN, 2014 VR 231.765 P683
Gibson, L. James. Origins. Nampa, Idaho : Pacific Press Pub. Association, 2012 AH 231.765 G3586
Walton, John H., 1952-. The Lost World of Genesis One : Ancient Cosmology and 231.765 W239 2009
the Origins Debate. Downers Grove, IL : IVP Academic, 2009.
Ministerial Association of Seventh-day Adventist. What People Need to Know. 230.1 M665
Philippines. Reprint From Review and Herald.
Dederen, Raoul, ed. (2000), Handbook of Seventh-day Adventist Theology. AHRef 230.67 H236
Maryland: Review and Herald 2000
____________ (2007). Bible Doctrine: Essential Teachings of the Christian Faith. 230.041 G885 2007
England: IVP
Rice, Richards (1985). The Reign of God. Berrien Springs, MI: 230.73 R497 1985
Andrews University Press.
Websites
https://adventistbiblicalresearch.org/
grisda.org
https://biologos.org/
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inters.org/websites
www.scienceandreligiontoday.com/
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Attitude/Values Integration
2. The God Who Made CO 1 Explain the unity that exists Interactive Oral/ written
Himself Known (Concepts CO 2 within the Persons and works Discussion exam
6 and Issues Concerning the of the Godhead as revealed in Debate
Godhead) the Scriptures
Identify and answer key issues
The unity that exists pertaining to the teaching of
within the Persons of the Trinity.
the Godhead as revealed
in the Scriptures.
Issues pertaining to the
nature, existence, and
works of God.
3. The God Who Created CO 1 Identify and explain the various Interactive Homework
the World and Human CO 2 models of origins (The biblical Discussion
creation account and the Seatwork
Beings. (Issues on the Film viewing
evolution theory) Quiz
Origins) Group
6 Affirm the existence of God
Learning Reflection
and His act of creation
Models of origins. Activities
recorded in the Scriptures.
(Creation story in Respond to the challenges of
Genesis vs the theory of the theory of evolution and
evolution) other non-biblical alternatives.
Issues on Creation and
Evolution.
Creation and one’s view
of life
Creation and the
Sabbath
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Skills
Attitude/Values Integration
Attitude/Values Integration
Manifest commitment to
cherish the holy history of
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Preliminary Exam
Midterm Exam
Prefinal Exam
Final Exam
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