Making Sense Of The Trinity: Crucial Questions By J. Erickson
There will be two opportunities throughout the semester for students to research one of the theological topics in greater depth. Using the “Theologian Research Guide” posted on Blackboard, pick one theologian for each paper whose name corresponds with the chosen topic. This individual's writing will serve as primary source material for this paper. Students are encouraged (but not required) to choose a figure that is part of his or her denominational heritage or a topic of interest to his or her tradition. (6-7 pages total)
First, select one of the assigned author's shorter writings (80-100 pages) appropriate to the assigned topic and explore how s/he's work shaped the theological topic. Provide a summary of this material. It may be helpful to refer to a systematic theology book (see “Systematic Theology Texts” for a list of books in our library), a theological dictionary, or another author's writing on the theologian. Such sources are intended to supplement the student's reading of the theologian, not replace reading the theologian. Students are not to use a writing that is already part of the required course readings. (3 pages)
Second, interact with the theologian's argument. Compare and contrast this with your own growing theological perspective or tradition. (3 pages)
Third, respond to ONE of the following: (1/2 page)
• Refer to the journal question used during the week this theological topic was introduced in class. How might this theologian respond to this question?
• Imagine a church or community of Christians shaped by this theologian's writings. What commitments, values, or practices might characterize these people? In other words, how might this theologian shape the lived theology of these people?
Instructors use the following rubric to assess papers:
Demonstrates understanding of the general topic /10
Explains the theologian's ideas clearly and accurately /20
Critically interacts with theologian's ideas /20
Reflects substantively on present day situation /10
Utilizes theological language and ideas /10
Uses appropriate style and syntax /10
Uses appropriate citation /10
Organizes argument and presents clear ideas /10
TOTAL /100
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