MOD TITLE: DATED:
NCTR7006 Theological Methods for Pastoral Studies 03/09/2015
LEVEL: CREDITS:
7 20
JACS CODE:
V610
AIMS
To examine quantitative and qualitative research methods appropriate for pastoral field study
To provide a comprehensive understanding of the research strategies and data collection methods appropriate for pastoral studies, and addresses the principles and procedures that define and regulate research investigations
LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon the successful completion of this module, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to: 1. Develop critically theological understanding from life experiences. 2. Approach critically practical theological research with awareness of hermeneutical methods and personal presuppositions. 3. Understand in depth the methods and processes of qualitative and quantitative research appropriate for pastoral studies. INDICATIVE CONTENT
Practical theological research methodologies
Issues in contemporary hermeneutics and practical theological reflection
Qualitative research methods for pastoral studies
Quantitative research methods for pastoral studies
Mixed methods for pastoral studies
LEARNING AND TEACHING STRATEGY Lectures will introduce the students to the concepts, principles, and practices of the topics studied for the module. Case studies may be used to provide examples and will be used to develop further understanding of what has been learned. Tutorials and seminars are used to support the discussion and critical evaluation of what has been learned, normally in a smaller group size than a lecture.
Guided independent study allows students to further their independent learning skills with appropriate support provided by the module tutor(s) (e.g. preparation for lectures and seminars, follow-up work, background reading, revision, completion of assessment tasks). Activity type Scheduled learning Independent learning Placement learning TOTAL
Hours 50 150
Percentage 25 75
[20 x10]
100%
ASSESSMENT Description of each assessment component and its weighting, together with an example for new forms of assessment: Assessment Component 1 - 50% Research project (3,000-words) Exemplar Write an experimental field study project focussing on a methodological approach as framed and critiqued by Richard Osmer’s Introduction to Pastoral Theology (2008). Assessment Component 2 - 50% Seminar presentation (15 minutes) Exemplar Present a research presentation based upon a research poster. Assessment Summary [keep the format and adjust the information according to your assessment] Activity type Coursework Practical TOTAL
Percentage 100 100%
EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ESD) Yes X Does the module contribute to ESD?
No
If yes please provide brief details (no more than 100 words): The module contributes to the sustainability agenda in its broadest sense by encouraging students to think about the skills they require to solve their academic problems. These are transferrable skills and assist in nurturing critical and
creative thinking. As such the module is focused on meeting the immediate needs of the students while also equipping them to think critically and solve problems in an unknown future. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Essential Osmer, Richard. Practical Theology: An Introduction (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 2008) Yin, Robert K. Qualitative Research from Start to Finish, 2nd edn. (New York: Guilford Press, 2015) Recommended Punch, Keith F. Introduction to Social Research: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches (London; Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage, 2005) Swinton, John. Practical Theology and Qualitative Research (London: SCM, 2006) Background Cartledge, Mark. Practical Theology: Charismatic and Empirical Perspectives (Milton Keynes: Paternoster Press, 2003) Flick, Uwe, Ernst von Kardorff and Ines Steinke (eds). Qualitative Forschung: A Companion to Qualitative Research (London; Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage, 2004) Hermans, Chris, A. M., and Mary E. Moore. Hermeneutics and Empirical Research in Practical Theology: The Contribution of Empirical Theology by Johannes A. Van der Ven (Leiden; Boston, MA: Brill, 2008) Kinast, Robert, I. Let Ministry Teach: Guide to Theological Reflection (Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press, 1996) Oppenheim, A. N. Questionnaire Design, Interview and Attitude Measurement (London: Printer 1992) Whitehead, James D. Method in Ministry: Theological Reflection and Christian Ministry (Kansas City, MO: Sheed & Ward, 1995) Journals Andrews University Seminary Studies Christian Century Journal of Pastoral Theology Journal of the Adventist Theological Society Journal of Religion & Society Ministry Magazine Religious Education Theological Education
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